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iPhone plate solving app AstroHelm launches
Monday, May 11, 2026 by Austin Harris
Astronomical plate solving is a process used in astrophotography and telescope control to determine exactly where a telescope or camera is pointed in the night sky. Traditionally, this requires specialized software that takes an image from an astronomy camera, analyzes the pattern of stars in tha...
PiFinder software update
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 by Richard Harris
The PiFinder project has steadily evolved throughout early 2025, culminating in a significant new release, version 2.2.0, which introduces major improvements to GPS functionality and numerous enhancements to user experience, system reliability, and interface design. This update, alongside a few earl...
Nebraska Star Party 2025
Monday, March 3, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Nebraska Star Party (NSP) is an annual celebration of astronomy that brings together amateur and professional stargazers from all over the country. Set against the pristine night skies of Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area in Cherry County, Nebraska, this event offers breathtaking celestial...
WVAA Star Party 2024 highlights
Thursday, December 12, 2024 by Richard Harris
The West Virginia Astrophotography Association (WVAA) recently celebrated another successful star party at Calhoun County Park, one of the darkest sky locations in West Virginia. Held on November 8, the event brought together astronomy enthusiasts of all levels to explore the night sky and engage in...