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1. Stellar Catalogues

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   The sheer volume of objects requires standardized identification. Common conventions include:
   Bayer Designations: Greek letters assigned based on brightness within a constellation (e.g., Alpha Centauri). Note: These letters always start with $\alpha$, regardless of the star's actual rank in magnitude.
   Flamsteed Designations: Numerical assignments …