Introduction
The Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) project aims to generate a better understanding of the signal-to-noise ratio in photometry in order to better prepare the observatory staff and maintain a better sense of the quality of data the observatory collects. It will take a deeper look into the components of the signal-to-noise ratio equation and their corresponding noise sources, as well as use simulated and collected data to demonstrate correctness. Examples of noise sources might include the shot noise from the observed source, noise from background light pollution, thermal noise, and read noise.
Author: Gwynn Ellis
Editor: Roy
Date: 20240903