NICER observation list: Target ID 252002

Abstract

The ultracompact white dwarf systems HM Cnc and V407 Vul represent unique opportunities to probe binary evolution driven by gravitational radiation and mass transfer. Initial {\it NICER} observations have provided new, precise frequency measurements in both systems, and a first indication for a slowing of the spin-up in HM Cnc. We propose additional observations to extend the timing baselines for each source, enabling new, unique probes of their orbital evolution.
Obsid RA DEC l b Start End Exposure Number of modules Status of Processing Date of Processing Public date
2520020101 288.608 24.945 57.72764 6.40084 58632.3037 58632.5301 5980.00000 52 VALIDATED 58636.6 58826
2520020102 288.608 24.945 57.72771 6.40057 58633.0173 58633.6903 9193.00000 52 VALIDATED 58637.6 58827
2520020201 288.608 24.945 57.72778 6.40071 58780.1445 58780.1720 2248.00000 52 VALIDATED 58784.7 58974