Start of eclipse (ingress, first contact)

Start of eclipse (ingress, first contact)


Submitted by Dr.Bob on 05 November 2009

Exact Location/Address: 
epsilon Aurigae
Country: 
USA
Time: 
August 18, 2009 - 1:00am

Although somewhat dependent on the assumptions used, the beginning of eclipse started in mid-August, about a week later than predicted start.  This represents the "first contact" of the eclipsing body intruding on the light from the F star.

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