Description
EE Aqr is a 7.9mag Algol variable with a 12hr orbital period. The Wilson-Devinney program is used to simultaneously solve 11 previously published light curves together with two existing radial velocity curves. The resulting masses are M_1_=2.24+/-0.13M_{sun}_ and M_2_=0.72+/-0.04M_{sun}_, and the radii are R_1_=1.76+/-0.03R_{sun}_ and R_2_=1.10+/-0.02R_{sun}_. The system has the lower-mass component completely filling its Roche lobe. Its distance from Hipparcos observations is 112+/-10pc. An improved ephemeris is derived, and no deviations in the period over time were seen. Light and velocity curve parameters, orbital elements, and absolute dimensions are presented, plus a comparison is made with previous solutions.
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