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The transit method for detecting exoplanets orbiting a star is demonstrated.
To plot the detected intensity of a light source(star) as a function of time as an orbiting body(exoplanet) periodically comes in between the light source and the detector.
Suspend the diffuse light source above the rotating table. Attach a model exoplanet to the rotating table. The light sensor can be placed such that when the table rotates a periodic decrease in the intensity is observed.
This demonstration was originally a PHYS 420 project. Please see the dedicated PHY420 page: https://phys420.phas.ubc.ca/p420_2022/ezezenth/
This setup involves many pieces and the setup is involved and potentially involves more than one person. Please give plenty of advance notice of when the demo is needed and what room it will be needed in.
A computer is needed that has LoggerPro installed. Please speak to the demo room assistant if LoggerPro is desired on your personal laptop. Henn 200, 201, 202 and Hebb Theatre (Hebb 100) have LoggerPro installed on the Room PC.
Safety notes can also be added here or in the description. Use this one if theres a potentially fatal hazard like high voltage,
and this one can be used for less frightening things.
Demo room information
Location | —- |
Maker | Unknown |
Current State | Working |