IBM and NASA unveiled Surya, the first open-source AI model for solar weather. Trained on nine years of data, it can predict solar flares two hours in advance, helping protect satellites, power grids, and astronauts while advancing space resilience....
With ultra-narrowband resolution, flat-field compound lenses, and a 2400 l/mm diffraction grating, the MLAstro SHG 700 reviewed by Cuiv the Lazy Geek delivers sharp, full-disk solar images and starts at $880 fully preassembled for convenience....
The Sun’s apparent pause in the sky reveals deep connections between Earth’s tilt, orbit, and seasonal change; this moment, explored in Sarah Mathews' breakdown, raises the question: What is the Solstice, and why does it matter to science, culture, a...
A groundbreaking adaptive optics system has enabled scientists to capture the most detailed images of the Sun’s atmosphere, revealing dynamic plasma structures and, in scenes described as Raindrops in the Suns Corona, offering new insight into solar ...
The NSF’s Inouye Solar Telescope achieved a major milestone as the Visible Tunable Filter captured its first on-Sun images, showcasing unprecedented capabilities—marking the largest solar telescope first light event in advanced solar observation hist...
Mark Johnston recently embarked on an ambitious journey of building a hydrogen alpha solar telescope, meticulously combining specialized components, fine-tuning etalons, and extensively testing his setup to achieve breathtaking solar images while mai...
Minh Trong, founder of MLAstro, shares his journey from civil engineering to solar imaging, the inspiration behind his SHG 700, how it overcomes traditional limitations, how spectroheliographs work, the importance of 0.3A contrast, and what’s next fo...
Lunt Solar Systems unveils the LS40mm hybrid solar telescope, a 40mm f/10 Hydrogen-alpha solar telescope available in three models with advanced tuning. It will debut at NEAF 2025....
Lunt Solar discontinues Coronado service and repairs, but customers can still find alternatives through Stellar Vision and BelOptik. The company remains dedicated to developing new solar instruments while continuing to service both Lunt and Coronado ...
Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76 H-Alpha Solar Telescope offers advanced solar observation with double stack performance at a single stack price. Featuring Solis Etalon Technology and Trifid Tuner, it captures detailed solar phenomena, ideal for high-resolut...
The Acuter Elite Phoenix 40 Solar Prominence telescope, reviewed by Piergiovanni Salimbeni of Binomania, is a compact, versatile, and affordable hydrogen-alpha telescope. It offers solar prominence viewing, astrophotography support, and multipurpose ...
Sky-Watcher's Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope offers advanced solar observation with double stack performance at a single stack price. Featuring Solis Etalon Technology and Trifid Tuner, it captures detailed solar phenomena, ideal for high-res...
Recent solar flares and CMEs have surged, causing auroras visible beyond usual latitudes. These phenomena, linked to Solar Cycle 25, have impacted communication and navigation systems while drawing public fascination for the stunning aurora displays ...
Discover the SVBONY SV510 solar telescope kit, a lightweight and portable telescope perfect for solar observation. Originally $74.99, now just $19.99 on Amazon. Ideal for amateur astronomers seeking budget-friendly and efficient tools. Explore the su...
Tele Vue's latest blog highlights the surge in solar activity during Solar Cycle 25, which has reached its highest sunspot count in over 20 years. Featuring astrophotographer contributions and Tele Vue’s involvement in NASA's PUNCH mission, the blog ...
The NSF's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope has made a groundbreaking achievement by mapping the magnetic field of the Sun’s corona, offering the most detailed insights yet into this outer region. This breakthrough enhances understanding of space weat...
Aurora forecast: Strong solar flare from the sun this week. Strong G3 geomagnetic storms are likely on 16 September 2024. A strong solar flare erupted from the Sun on September 12, 2024, causing disruptions to satellite communications and power grids...
American astrophotographer Ryan Imperio crowned the Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 with his stunning image of the 2023 annular solar eclipse. His photo, Distorted Shadows of the Moon's Surface Created by an Annular Eclipse, captures the elus...
Jim Thompson offers guidance on selecting the best solar imaging cameras, emphasizing local seeing conditions and telescope type. He highlights the importance of sensor pixel size, choosing monochrome over color cameras, and selecting the right senso...
Discover how the latest smart telescopes, including the Seestar and Dwarf, performed during the recent solar eclipse. Our detailed test results reveal their strengths and capabilities, offering a glimpse into the future of amateur astrophotography....
