Rigel or Beta Ori by John Glossop

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15-DEC-2011

Rigel or Beta Ori

Cootamundra, NSW

Rigel or Beta Ori is a multiple star system, the primary star shines at a magnitude of 0.20. It is at a distance of around 770 light years and is slightly variable (V) 0.17 - 0.22.

Takahashi Sky 90/EM-200 combination with the ST-8300C, high cloud was present during the imaging run as can be seen with the distinct halo surrounding the star.

SBIG ST-8300C
10 x 40 seconds @ -15c full exif

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