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[vsnet-obs 7003] Re: microlensing event observations



Dear Fraser,

> I presume that the maximum of this event has now passed?

   This depends on the accuracy of the prediction, which was not mentioned
in IAUC.  I presume the maximum date and amplification were determined
using a model fit to the observed points (on the rise) assuming a light
amplification by a single star.  I don't know how much points were used,
but the star should still deserve a watch for some time.  If the lensing
body is a binary (even planets orbiting a single star), the amplification
may become more complicated, with double or multiple peaks.

    I have heard Ayani-san at Bisei Astronomical Observatory succeeded
in recording the brightening by ST-6, but he tells he could not determine
the magnitude yet.  He has just reported in [vsnet-alert 1155]
(http://vsnet.kusastro.kyoto-u.ac.jp/vsnet/Mail/vsnet-alert/msg01155.html).

Regards,
Taichi Kato