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AstroBlast 2024 registration opened

Friday, July 26, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

AstroBlast 2024, organized by the Oil Region Astronomical Society (ORAS), is scheduled from October 1-6, 2024, at the Oil Region Astronomy Learning Center. This annual gathering provides an opportunity for amateur astronomers and those interested in astronomy to participate in various educational and observational activities. The event includes lectures, educational ...

UMi 17R and Ragdoll harmonic mounts released by Proxisky

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 by Richard Harris

Proxisky, an astro company based in Hong Kong, China that makes strain wave gear mounts, has introduced three more new products after the successful releases of UMi 17 and UMi 17 Lite. They include the servo harmonic UMi 17R, the Ragdoll 17 mount, and the Ragdoll 20, capable of handling a 20kg payload without counterweights. UMi 17R and Ragdoll harmonic mou...

nPAE Flip Turret - Use your telescope for visual and astrophotography

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

nPAE has introduced the Rotating 6 x 2 inch Flip Turret, a versatile accessory for large telescopes. This innovative device accommodates 6 x 2" eyepieces and filters, enabling quick changes and effortless switching to astro imaging. It was designed for large telescopes, the 2″ flip turret integrates your filters, 6 eyepieces/accessories, and astro imagin...

Becoming a full-time astrophotographer

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 by Richard Harris

In an era where job security is highly valued, the decision to leave a stable career to pursue a passion is daunting. Trevor aka AstroBackYard and Antoine aka Galactic Hunter on YouTube discussed Trevor and his partners' transition from traditional employment to full-time astrophotography, shedding light on the challenges and rewards of this bold move...

Mt Kobau Star Party registration opens

Monday, July 22, 2024 by Richard Harris

The 39th annual Mt. Kobau Star Party will commence on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at dusk, welcoming astronomers and stargazing enthusiasts to a week of celestial observations and camaraderie. Typically, around 80 participants gather for this event, enjoying both the stunning night skies and the company of fellow astronomy lovers. The cost for attending varies, with singl...

Stephen Hawking Archive released online

Sunday, July 21, 2024 by Richard Harris

The Cambridge University Digital Library has made a significant contribution to the scientific community and the public by making the Stephen Hawking Archive available online. This digital collection offers unprecedented access to the personal and professional papers of one of the most influential theoretical physicists of the modern era. Stephen Hawking Archive onli...

Staunton River 2024 Fall Star Party registration opened

Sunday, July 21, 2024 by Richard Harris

Staunton River is set to host its 2024 Fall Star Party from September 30th to October 6th. Registration is now open, with entry fees set at $110 for the full week and $60 for the weekend (Thursday through Sunday). These fees are per astronomer. Participants can register through PayPal, either via the event’s website or directly through PayPal using the email st...

Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 shortlist

Saturday, July 20, 2024 by Richard Harris

The shortlist for the Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 competition has been unveiled, showcasing a stunning collection of celestial images from around the world. Backed by Liberty Specialty Markets, this prestigious competition, organized by the Royal Museums Greenwich, is now in its 16th year. It drew thousands of entries from top space photographers globally...

Denver Astronomical Society 75th anniversary milestones

Saturday, July 20, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

The Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) celebrates 75 years of fostering a love for astronomy in the community. Since its founding in 1949, DAS has grown significantly, hosting popular public events and contributing to astronomical advancements. Highlights from its history include the establishment of the Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship Fund, the renaming of the DA...

MAKSYGO-60 Mini Maksutov Dobson telescope from Acuter Optics

Saturday, July 20, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

The new Acuter Maksy Go 60 mini portable dobsonian telescope is a comprehensive telescope set featuring an easily removable cover. This allows users to delve into the high-quality Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system and understand its workings. This compact and portable telescope is perfect for observing the night sky and capturing images with a smartphone to complement ...

Win free telescopes and astronomy gear from ScopeTrader

Thursday, July 18, 2024 by Richard Harris

Calling all astronomy enthusiasts! ScopeTrader is thrilled to unveil our new Rewards Program, designed to make your love for the stars even more rewarding. This innovative program allows you to earn points simply by being an active member of our vibrant community. Whether you're reading articles, liking posts, or engaging in forum discussions, every action you take ...

Northwoods Starfest 2024 registration and event details

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

The Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society (CVAS) is hosting the Northwoods Starfest (NWSF) from August 2-4, 2024, at Hobbs Observatory in Beaver Creek Reserve, Wisconsin. This annual event, now in its 38th year, offers a unique opportunity for amateur astronomers to gather under the dark skies of the Northwoods for a weekend filled with astronomical activities and camara...

Meade and Orion close California offices

Friday, July 12, 2024 by Richard Harris

It's a sad day for the astronomy community as Meade Instruments and Orion Telescopes & Binoculars, long-standing pillars in the astronomy industry, have ceased operations. Meade Instruments, founded in 1972, and Orion, established in 1975, have been instrumental in making astronomy accessible to amateur astronomers worldwide. Optronic Technologies, Inc.,...

3D printed telescope mount DIY

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 by Richard Harris

Igor Petrov, a 35-year-old leading design engineer from Russia, has combined his childhood interests in astronomy and photography with his expertise in electronics to delve into the world of astrophotography since 2014. Petrov graduated from the radio engineering department of the Ural Federal University with a degree in radio electronics. In the unique climate and ligh...

Luminos Pro app adds support for stellarium landscapes

Thursday, July 4, 2024 by Richard Harris

If you are not familiar with the Luminos Pro app, it is an astronomy app that offers a wide range of features for both star gazing and 3D galaxy exploration. The app includes built-in databases and provides personalized recommendations based on the user's location. Luminos Pro app 11.1 update introduces Stellarium landscape support The Luminos Pro 11.1 up...

Solar imaging cameras: Picking the right gear

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 by Jim Thompson

There are many different areas one can explore in the field of amateur astronomy. Although much of my time is spent on deep sky object observation via Electronically Assisted Astronomy (EAA), I also enjoy imaging solar system objects as it is something that I can easily do from my urban backyard. Of particular interest to me is solar imaging as our Sun presents a very i...

Stargazing in Namibia with Sisco Auala and Marc Wolt

Friday, June 28, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

Namibia's exceptionally dark skies offer some of the best conditions for astronomical observations globally. Dr. Sisco Auala and Marc Klein Wolt highlight the significance of Namibia's contributions to global astronomy through projects like the Africa Millimetre Telescope. Stargazing in Namibia with Dr. Sisco Auala and Marc Klein Wolt This initiative ...

Canada sky glow is less than in the United States

Thursday, June 27, 2024 by Richard Harris

Recent observations show that Canadians generally experience less sky glow than Americans. This difference is mainly due to varying population densities and urban development patterns between the two countries. With its vast wilderness and lower population density, Canada has fewer urban centers contributing to light pollution. Why Canadians have less Sky-Glow than A...

Astrophotography mini pc MeLE Quieter3Q update from Astrotan

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Astrotan, a popular YouTuber known for his astrophotography, recently shared an update from his backyard. In his latest video, he shared significant changes to his setup, which will hopefully enhance his photography of the SADR region this summer. Located in the constellation Cygnus, the SADR region is a favored target for astrophotographers due to its bright and det...

Light pollution decreased in LA county thanks to Kathryn Barger

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 by Richard Harris

Rod L. Kaufman, the chair of the light pollution committee for the Los Angeles Astronomical Association, recently awarded a plaque of appreciation to county Supervisor Kathryn Barger at the Mount Wilson Observatory. This recognition was for her contributions to reducing light pollution in the Santa Clarita Valley. Light pollution decreased, and Kathryn Barger recogni...

Dobsonian astrophotography with Benjamin Law

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Benjamin Law, a member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada - Toronto Centre, presented his trials and persistence in astrophotography using his 14" Dobsonian telescope. This detailed presentation, delivered at the Recreational Astronomy Night Program at the Ontario Science Centre, showcased his impressive work, particularly his captures of the International...

Starfront observatory now accepting and installing telescopes

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 by Richard Harris

Bray Falls provided an in-depth tour of the telescopes already set up at the remote observatory in Central Texas. This project aims to make astrophotography accessible and affordable by allowing people to use their telescopes remotely from dark skies, wherever they live. The observatory features buildings where the roofs open every night, enabling users to capture image...

Snake Mt Observatory tour

Monday, June 24, 2024 by Richard Harris

Nico from Nebula Photos visited Dr. Michele Bayliss' observatory in Vermont, guided by Michele and her German Shepherd, Argos. Michele showed Nico around, beginning with the origins of her setup: a 16.5-inch Dobsonian telescope in a custom-built observatory on the third floor of her house. As Michele shared the evolution of her observatory facilities on her prope...

Simons Observatory launches big bang inflation measurements

Monday, June 24, 2024 by Richard Harris

The Simons Observatory in Chile's Atacama Desert is set to tackle one of the universe's greatest mysteries: what transpired in the moments following the Big Bang nearly 14 billion years ago. Simons Observatory launches observations to investigate big bang inflation This observatory features a large aperture telescope alongside three smaller telescopes, eac...

How amateur telescope makers defended America

Monday, June 24, 2024 by Richard Harris

John Mellish, a young farmer from Wisconsin with only a grade-school education, had a passion for observing the stars. At the dawn of the 20th Century, however, a three-inch refractor from Alvan Clark & Sons was priced at $175, which was unaffordable for Mellish. Despite this, his skills and ingenuity led him to build a six-inch Newtonian telescope for just $15, tha...

LuckyStackWorker automates solar image processing

Sunday, June 23, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

LuckyStackWorker is a desktop application designed to streamline and expedite the post-processing of planetary, lunar, and solar image stacks produced by popular stacking software such as AutoStakkert. It enables rapid bulk post-processing of Solar System Object image stacks captured through the Lucky Imaging technique using a telescope and an astronomy camera. Typicall...

NASA forecasts once-in-a-lifetime event

Sunday, June 23, 2024 by Richard Harris

NASA has forecasted a 'Once-in-a-Lifetime Event' this Summer. An Earth-sized remnant of a dead star, situated roughly 3,000 light-years away, is predicted to explode. NASA scientists announced that this upcoming nova event will be so luminous that it will be visible to the naked eye from Earth. This rare occurrence involves an Earth-sized remnant of...

NASAs JWT finds aligned bipolar jets supporting star formation theory

Friday, June 21, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

Some of the most significant and intriguing astronomical discoveries have been unexpected, even when studying well-known regions of the sky. Often, it's new technology or chance timing that leads to these discoveries. A recent study of the Serpens Nebula with NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope exemplifies this, showcasing both new technology and fortuitous timi...

Choosing a forever telescope mount

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 by Richard Harris

We've all been there. You buy one mount, only to upgrade a few months or years later. Always in pursuit of better tracking, more precise GOTO, and carrying heavier payloads. It's a never-ending cycle of chasing the next best thing. But when should it stop? When do you just decide to give in and buy that "one mount" that you'll keep forever? Is ther...

Astro TUFF TRUK telescope trolleys

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

Astro TUFF TRUK, a company based in East Yorkshire, England, is known for producing custom-built mobile platforms and piers for telescopes. ATT's product lineup caters to a wide variety of telescope configurations, including: STD 800 Pier TRUK The STD 800 Pier TRUK is a heavy-duty platform built to support larger telescopes mounted on piers. With a focus ...

Quantum mechanics and the design of the universe

Monday, June 17, 2024 by Richard Harris

Is there a purpose to the existence of people, or are human beings just a fortunate, accidental outcome of a very lucky sequence of events? "For the secular materialist, we are all made of stardust and here by chance and chance alone, with no particular purpose. When we die, we will turn back into the stardust from whence we came, with no afterlife and no accoun...

T Coronae Borealis set to brighten the night sky in 2024

Monday, June 17, 2024 by Richard Harris

This year, keep a lookout for T Coronae Borealis (T CrB), a recurrent nova set to dazzle astronomers by brightening from invisibility to naked-eye visibility. T CrB, a star not seen without a telescope since the 1940s will soon grace our night sky with a fleeting yet spectacular appearance. This celestial event is caused by an outburst, or nova, from the star system ...

Daytime astrophotography from Macquarie Huntsman Telescope

Monday, June 17, 2024 by Richard Harris

Researchers at Macquarie University have developed a method for observing celestial bodies during daylight, enabling 24/7 satellite monitoring and significantly boosting Earth and space safety. This approach utilizes the Huntsman Telescope at the university, an array of ten camera lenses operating simultaneously, originally intended for highly sensitive night sky obs...

Jammed door on XRISM telescope blocks low-energy X-ray observation

Saturday, June 15, 2024 by Richard Harris

Astronomers were thrilled at the prospect of uncovering new insights into the universe's formation and dark matter through the X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM), a collaborative project between the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and NASA. The telescope, launched successfully in September 2023, encountered an unexpected problem: one of the ...

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS to become visible to the naked eye soon

Saturday, June 15, 2024 by Richard Harris

The universe has another treat in store for 2024. Following the recent total solar eclipse and sudden solar superstorms, astronomers are now turning their attention to Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3), which promises to become the “comet of the year” and potentially a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, discovered in February 2023 by...

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	FOR SALE Vintage Astronomy Telescope Meteorite Display Category: Astronomy By: GalacticStone (0) Location: Florida, USA Condition: New $29.00	$29.00	5/28/2024 1:23:56 PM Views: 82