Star Catalogues
Star catalogues are systematic lists of stars and other celestial objects, organized to help astronomers identify and study them. These catalogues typically include information such as the position, brightness, and distance of each star. They serve as essential tools for both amateur and professional astronomers in navigating the night sky.
One of the most famous star catalogues is the Hipparcos Catalogue, which was created using data from the Hipparcos satellite. This catalogue contains precise measurements of over 100,000 stars, significantly improving our understanding of stellar positions and movements. Other notable catalogues include the Henry Draper Catalogue and the Messier Catalogue.