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Reflect Orbital Space Mirror Approved by FCC: What It Means for Astronomy
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 by Richard Harris
There are moments when technological progress genuinely feels like progress. We develop cleaner energy, better batteries, more efficient solar panels and smarter electrical grids. Then there are moments when it feels as if we have completely gone off the rails - I feel personally, this is one of tho...
Open Astro Project Expands Alpaca Bridge Astronomy Hardware Support
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 by Ben Conway
For most of us amateur astronomers, the equipment is only half the battle. The other half is getting everything to work together reliably under a dark sky when time is limited and clear nights are even more limited. Over the years we've seen countless hardware solutions come and go, each promisi...
Askar 111F APO telescope released with dedicated 0.74x reducer
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 by Richard Harris
The refractor market has become crowded over the past few years, but every once in a while a telescope shows up that feels like it was designed by people who actually spend nights under the stars. The new Askar 111F gives that impression right away. Built around a 111mm aperture with a 766mm focal l...
Private appalachian observatory retreat under Bortle 2-3 Skies
Monday, May 18, 2026 by Trey Abbe
Mountain Quest Institute invites astronomy clubs, astrophotographers, educators, and passionate observers to experience its 124-acre private estate in Pocahontas County, West Virginia - deep within the National Radio Quiet Zone and just minutes from Green Bank Observatory. Already hosting guests ...