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Centre de données astronomiques de Strasbourg

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The Centre de données astronomiques de Strasbourg (CDS; English translation: Strasbourg Astronomical Data Center) is a data hub which collects and distributes astronomical information. It was established in 1972 under the name Centre de Données Stellaires. The on-line services currently provided by the CDS include:

  • SIMBAD, a database of astronomical objects.
  • VizieR, an astronomical catalogue service.
  • Aladin, an interactive sky atlas.

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    Centre de données astronomiques de Strasbourg Wikipedia
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