两汉魏晋天象记录统计分析

Statistical analysis on the astronomical records of the Han, Wei and Jin Dynasties

自西汉开始,天象被大量、系统地记载于史书。两汉魏晋期间,数量逐渐增多,种类逐渐齐全。全面统计分析了这一时期天象记录的文献来源、天象类型和时间分布。在这625年中,共记录天象1 581条,其中包括日月食236、月行星位置782、其他563。几乎所有记录都来自官史天文等志和本纪。

Since the Western Han Dynasty, many astronomical events were recorded in Chinese history books systematically. The quantity of the astronomical records increased and the types of that completed gradually in the Han, Wei and Jin Dynasties. A comprehensive statistical analysis of the astronomical records for this period, including resources of literatures, catalogues and time distribution, was conducted. During the period of 625 years, 1 581 items of astronomical records were recorded, including 236 items of solar and lunar eclipses, 782 items of lunar and planetary positions and 563 items for others. Almost all these records come from the official Histories such as astronomical treaties and imperial chronicles.