What Does BD Stand For?
BD stands for Bonner Durchmusterung Catalog
The Bonner Durchmusterung Catalog (BD) is a comprehensive astronomical catalog that lists over 324,000 stars in the southern sky. Compiled by German astronomer Johann Heinrich von Struve and his team between 1852 and 1859, the catalog provides essential data such as celestial coordinates, brightness, and spectral classifications. It serves as a fundamental resource for astronomical research and stellar analysis, significantly contributing to our understanding of stellar distribution and characteristics in the southern celestial hemisphere.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym