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Star tracker with a strain wave gear in Optron HST MiniTracker
Monday, December 8, 2025 by Richard Harris
iOptron has introduced a new strain wave gear approach to sky tracking with the HST MiniTracker. Just as jet engines revolutionized aviation by packing far more power into a compact form, strain wave gears have transformed modern astronomy - first in high-end GOTO mounts, and now, finally, in ultra-...
EZT Astro harmonic EQ Alt-Az MEQ-17EX is now available
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 by Richard Harris
The South Korean manufacturer EZT Astro has introduced a new dual-mode telescope mount, the MEQ-17EX, a harmonic-drive equatorial and alt-azimuth hybrid designed for serious astrophotographers and observatories seeking compact power and stability. The mount combines harmonic gear technology, dual-ax...
2025 astrophotography prize results announced
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
The results of the 2025 Astrophotography Prize are in, and this year’s competition has once again highlighted the extraordinary talent and dedication of photographers who turn their lenses skyward. From sweeping landscapes of the Milky Way to finely detailed captures of distant galaxies and pl...
2025 Astrophotography Prize
Saturday, August 16, 2025 by Richard Harris
The 2025 Astrophotography Prize is set to take place over two days, September 13 and 14, 2025. This event invites astrophotographers worldwide to submit their best images for a chance to win part of a $12,000 USD prize pool. It brings together amateurs and experienced photographers, creating a space...