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Herschel12788

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
John R. Hind
Date:
[6 October 1845]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0192; Reel 1054
Summary:

Rejoices that RH is studying orbit of Mu2 Bootis. Suggests way to simplify calculations. Compares orbits for Gamma Virginis calculated by various observers. Notice of systematic errors.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel10444

From:
John R. Hind
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[7 October 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.322
Summary:

Is grateful for details of his method of calculating the orbits of double stars. Comments on some of his observations.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel10445

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
John R. Hind
Date:
[15 October 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.323 & 22.251
Summary:

Has been considering what principle should be followed in the computation of the orbits of double stars. Gives his views.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel10446

From:
John R. Hind
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[17 October 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.324
Summary:

Will apply JH's principle at the first opportunity. Has made some successful observations of the star Epsilon Arietes. Intends observing Castor on every fine evening.

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John Herschel Project
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