The shocking variability of exoplanet transits

J. Llama, A. A. Vidotto, M. Jardine, K. Wood, R. Fares

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Abstract

Asymmetries in exoplanet transits are proving to be a useful tool for furthering our understanding of magnetic activity on both stars and planets outside our Solar System. Near-UV observations of the WASP- 12 system have revealed asymmetries in the timing of the transit when compared with the optical light curve. In this paper we review a number of reported asymmetries and present work simulating near-UV transits for the hot-Jupiter hosting star HD 189733.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationExploring the Formation and Evolution of Planetary Systems
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages262-265
Number of pages4
Volume8
EditionS299
ISBN (Print)9781107045200
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Astronomical Union
NumberS299
Volume8
ISSN (Print)17439213
ISSN (Electronic)17439221

Keywords

  • Coronae
  • Individual (WASP-12, HD 189733)
  • Magnetic fields
  • Planetary systems
  • Stars: activity
  • Winds

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