The second edition of "Solar System Astrophysics: Background Science and the Inner Solar System" offers updated insights into planetary astronomy, covering topics like celestial mechanics, Earth's gravitational field, and radiation properties of the Sun. It expands on the physical properties of the Moon and terrestrial planets, providing a comprehensive text for university courses and appealing to the intellectually curious.
This book gathers experts in astronomical photometry to discuss precision and accuracy in energy flux measurements essential for testing astrophysical theories. Topics include differential photometers, infrared precision improvements, CCD photometry, absolute flux calibration, and advancements in spectrophotometry and polarimetry.
Focusing on the formulation of mathematical models, this book delves into the light curves of eclipsing binary stars and the algorithms used to create these models. The latest edition introduces new physics relevant to light curve modeling and distance fitting, along with fresh applications and updated references, enhancing its relevance for researchers in the field.