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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...

Long focal length APO telescope from Altair released

Thursday, June 13, 2024 by Richard Harris

The Altair 101 ED APO has a new long focal length ED doublet objective design with complete freedom from color aberrations. This is a telescope with premium optics for serious visual astronomy at a good price. it is very well suited for visual observation where sharpness and contrast are important. A long focal length refractor is easy to foc...

Billionaire proposes SpaceX mission to upgrade Hubble telescope

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 by Richard Harris

Polaris Dawn commander and billionaire Jared Isaacman has expressed a strong desire to upgrade the Hubble Telescope through a privately funded SpaceX mission. However, the feasibility of such a mission remains uncertain. Billionaire proposes upgrading Hubble telescope via private SpaceX mission NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, which has been in service since 199...

NASA to adjust Hubble Space Telescope orientation

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 by Richard Harris

NASA is set to change how it directs the Hubble Space Telescope, transitioning it to operate using only one gyroscope (gyro). This decision follows a series of tests and careful considerations. The telescope, which entered safe mode on May 24, will remain in this state until the transition is complete. This adjustment will allow Hubble to continue its astronomical obser...

The ZWO ASI585MC Pro lands with a review from Trevor Jones

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 by Richard Harris

The ZWO ASI585MC Pro is the latest addition to ZWO's line of deep-sky cameras. It's built around a 4K Sony CMOS sensor with a 1/1.2″ format and 2.9μm pixels, delivering a resolution of 3840x2160 (8.29MP). This camera offers high sensitivity and a fast frame rate, reaching 47 frames per second at full resolution. ZWO ASI585MC Pro, deep-sky camera feat...

Planetary parade June 2024

Friday, May 31, 2024 by Richard Harris

A rare planetary alignment will light up the pre-dawn sky on June 3, 2024. Six planets-Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune - will line up in a stunning display. Best viewed 20 minutes before sunrise, this celestial event offers a unique opportunity for skywatchers to see multiple planets at once. Don't miss this rare sight! When the planets will a...

PiFinder telescope finder updates to include Sharpless and Abell

Monday, May 13, 2024 by Richard Harris

PiFinder has just launched a major update, version 1.10.0, introducing two significant new catalogs and several bug fixes for improved performance. The Sharpless and Abell catalogs are the highlights, broadening PiFinder's functionality with comprehensive datasets. PiFinder telescope finder updates to v1.10.0 - Sharpless and Abell catalogs and more! Sharp...

Mid-South Stargaze and Astronomy Conference set for May 2024

Saturday, May 11, 2024 by Richard Harris

Rainwater Observatory is hosting the annual Mid-South Stargaze and Astronomy Conference from May 8th to 11th, 2024. The event, renowned for drawing amateur and professional astronomers nationwide, will be held near French Camp, Mississippi, under some of the darkest skies in the southeastern U.S., just off the picturesque Natchez Trace Parkway. Mid-South Stargaze and...

University of Arizona chooses OVNI night vision eyepeices

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

The University of Arizona has made history as the first university in the U.S. to introduce OVNI Night Vision eyepieces at the Biosphere 2 Space Domain Awareness Observatory. In the USA, the Biosphere 2 Space Domain Awareness Observatory will have OVNI Night Vision eyepieces. This cutting-edge observatory boasts a diverse collection of telescopes, notably a 36-inc...

CodeTalker chart generator from Ephemeris Service and Star Catalogs

Monday, May 6, 2024 by Freeman Lightner

In a recent development, a new software tool has been launched that allows astronomers to seamlessly integrate data from JPL Horizons with stars cataloged in GAIA DR3. Created to address specific challenges in observing faint moons and swiftly moving asteroids termed "fasteroids" by its creator—the software is designed to generate precise star charts dee...

SV231 Fringe Killer Color Correction Filter from Svbony

Thursday, April 25, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield

The SV231 1.25/2 inch Color Correction Filter enhances astronomical viewing by selectively blocking defocused light from the blue and infrared (IR) parts of the spectrum, commonly problematic in small achromat telescopes. This filter significantly reduces stray light, especially in the blue spectral range, without altering the natural color of the celestial objects, all...

Luminous Pro 11 introduces deep space imaging capabilities

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by Richard Harris

Luminos Pro 11 brings the universe to your fingertips with its latest iOS update, offering enhanced star databases, weather forecasts for stargazers, and innovative eclipse tracking features. John Stephen, a key supplier of Luminos software, highlights the update’s commitment to improving user experience for both amateur and professional astronomers. With new widg...

Giant Magellan Telescope consortium welcomes ASIAA

Thursday, February 29, 2024 by Richard Harris

The Giant Magellan Telescope welcomes the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research institute, into its international consortium. ASIAA's inclusion expands the consortium to 14 international research institutions, underscoring Giant Magellan’s significance to the global astronomy community and the conso...

Live planetary stacking included in SharpCap 4.1

Thursday, December 14, 2023 by Richard Harris

Earlier this year, SharpCap 4.1 transitioned from beta, introducing an exciting addition in its latest version update. SharpCap 4.1, a user-friendly and robust astronomy camera capture tool, is compatible with dedicated astronomy cameras, solar cameras, webcams, and USB frame grabbers. Its diverse features cater to various astro-imaging needs, including Planetary, Lu...

TEC Yellow Submarine updates

Thursday, December 14, 2023 by Richard Harris

The newly released update to the classic TEC APO160FL “Yellow Submarine” offers a refractor telescope with 160 mm free aperture and 1760 mm focal length. This updated f/11 version introduces key design changes to optimize color correction offering an apochromatic doublet lens with a fluorite (CaF2) inner element that comes up to temperature faster than the p...

Gift ideas for astrophotographers

Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by Richard Harris

Delve into the celestial wonders with the perfect astronomy-themed gifts for the stargazer in your life. Whether they're an amateur astronomer or simply captivated by the cosmos, these stellar gifts are sure to ignite their passion for the universe. Gifting Ideas for astronomy enthusiasts Telescope for Beginners: Introduce the gift of exploration with a qua...

Astrophotography competition hosted by nPAE

Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by Richard Harris

In 2024, nPAE Precision Astro Engineering Limited is set to host the Northern Hemisphere Astrophotography Competition. Entrants may submit up to 2 new photos of their favorite Northern Hemisphere celestial objects, encompassing Deep Space Objects (DSO), Planetary, Lunar, or Solar images. Submissions must be sent via email to competition@npae.net in bmp or jpg formats, m...