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ScopeTrader September 2024In this months issue, Dobsonian Astrophotography: Think Dobsonians can't do astrophotography? Steven Miller proves otherwise, offering techniques to master deep sky imaging with your Dobsonian.The End of an Era: Reflect on the closure of Orion Telescopes and what it means for the astronomy community. We discuss the impact of light pollution, supply issues, and the rise of automated systems. Astrophotography at Its Finest: Sarah Matthews provides her top picks for astrophotography accessories, while we showcase the stunning Veil Nebula captured with a Takahashi FSQ-106 EDX4. Plus, delve into dual telescope setups with insights from Kevin LeGore. Picastro's Leap Forward: Dive into the story of Picastro, the new image-sharing platform for astronomers, which has just secured significant funding. Learn how Tom McCrorie's vision aims to revolutionize how we share and engage with celestial imagery. Vatican Telescope's New Eye in the Sky: Discover the installation of "Don," the advanced telescope control system at the Vatican Advanced Technology Telescope in Arizona, enhancing its research capabilities with precision and remote operation. Telescope Innovations: From the high-end Airy Disk APO 204mm Refractor to the budget-friendly but powerful upgrades in iOptron's HAE43 series, we explore the latest in telescope technology that promises to elevate your stargazing experience. Tech Hacks and Enhancements: Explore the controversial yet intriguing world of jailbreaking devices like the Seestar S50 and ASIAIR for enhanced functionality. Also, get acquainted with the ToupTek Astro AAF for automated focusing. Solar Imaging and More: Jim Thompson guides us through choosing the right solar imaging camera, ensuring your setup matches your ambition to capture the Sun's fiery details. The Final Fujiyama: Kokusai Kohki's last production run of the Fujiyama HD-OR eyepieces is here. We review what makes these eyepieces a collector's item for enthusiasts looking for exceptional optical quality. Much more inside! Get more issues of ScopeTrader
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IC 4592: The Blue Horsehead Reflection Nebula
Image Credit: Rabeea Alkuwari
Do you see the horse's head? What you are seeing is not the famous Horsehead nebula toward Orion, but rather a fainter nebula that only takes on a familiar form with deeper imaging. The main part of the here-imaged molecular cloud complex is reflection nebula IC 4592. Reflection nebulas are made up of very fine dust that normally appears dark but can look quite blue when reflecting the visible light of energetic nearby stars. In this case, the source of much of the reflected light is a star at the eye of the horse. That star is part of Nu Scorpii, one of the brighter star systems toward the constellation of the Scorpion (Scorpius). A second reflection nebula dubbed IC 4601 is visible surrounding two stars just below the image center. The featured picture was taken from Sawda Natheel in Qatar. Jigsaw Nebula: Astronomy Puzzle of the Day
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