Astrophysics from large databases - The example of IUEWays to access the IUE data base and methods for processing and analyzing the IUE data are discussed. The characteristics of the data base are described and the types of objects observed by the IUE are listed. The methods for searching the IUE catalogs and conducting multicatalog searches are considered. In addition, trends in the application of astronomical data bases are examined, including the prospects for future software packages for data processing and analysis.
Document ID
19890039808
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Heap, Sara R. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1988
Subject Category
Astronomy
Meeting Information
Meeting: Astronomy from Large Databases: Scientific Objectives and Methodological Approaches