A Manual for Amateur Telescope Makers
Author : Karine Lecleire
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,19 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Telescopes
ISBN : 9780943396798
Telescope Optics
Author : Harrie G. J. Rutten
Publisher :
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 21,61 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Science
ISBN :
Book Description
Making Your Own Telescope
Author : Allyn J. Thompson
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 34,55 MB
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486428833
Book Description
Complete, detailed instructions and numerous diagrams for constructing a do-it-yourself telescope. No complicated mathematics are involved, and no prior knowledge of optics or astronomy is needed to follow the text's step-by-step directions. Contents cover, among other topics, materials and equipment; tube parts and alignment; eyepieces, and related problems; setting circles; and optical principles. 1973 ed. Appendixes. Index. 6 plates. 100 figures.
Amateur Telescope Making
Author : Stephen Tonkin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 31,61 MB
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 1447105672
Book Description
This book provides an introduction to the design of a variety of telescopes, mounts, and drives suitable for the home-constructor. Projects include instruments that range from a shoestring budget to specialist devices that are not commercially available. The skill level of each project is indicated and advice is provided as to what is sensible to construct, given what is commercially available. Hints and tips are included, as well as listings of reputable mail order sources of materials and components.
The Dobsonian Telescope
Author : David Kriege
Publisher :
Page : 475 pages
File Size : 35,6 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780943396552
Book Description
The NexStar User’s Guide II
Author : Michael Swanson
Publisher : Springer
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 34,37 MB
Release : 2017-10-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 3319649337
Book Description
Michael Swanson’s online discussions with literally thousands of NexStar owners made it clear that there was a desperate need for a book such as this – one that provides a complete, detailed guide to buying, using and maintaining NexStar telescopes. Although this book is highly comprehensive, it is suitable for beginners – there is a chapter on "Astronomy Basics" – and experts alike. Celestron’s NexStar telescopes were introduced in 1999, beginning with their first computer controlled "go to" model, a 5-inch. More models appeared in quick succession, and Celestron’s new range made it one of the two dominant manufacturers of affordable "go to" telescopes.
Classic Telescopes
Author : Neil English
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 50,73 MB
Release : 2012-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 1461444241
Book Description
Classic telescopes are of interest to amateur astronomers for a variety of reasons. There are the dedicated collectors, but there are also many amateurs who love the nostalgia they inspire. These telescopes "feel" different from any contemporary telescope and perhaps have a unique ability to reconnect the owner to a bygone age of craftmanship. This book takes a look at traditional telescopes built by the great instrument makers of the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly the dynastic telescope makers, including Dollond, Alvan Clark, Thomas Cooke & Sons, and Carl Zeiss. Also included are lesser luminaries such as John Brashear, John Calver, William Wray, Henry Fitz, and William Henry Mogey. 'Classic Telescopes' covers the key features of the telescopes designed by these manufacturers, and shows how a heady combination of market trends, instrument condition, and pedigree will dictate their prices at auction. 'Classic Telescopes' also shows the reader how to find real bargains! Interviews with top classic telescope collectors (and users) provide the best tips of prospecting for a genuine acquisition.
Care of Astronomical Telescopes and Accessories
Author : M. Barlow Pepin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 33,38 MB
Release : 2004-12-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781852337155
Book Description
Commercially-made astronomical telescopes are better and less expensive than ever before, and their optical and mechanical performance can be superb. When a good-quality telescope fails to perform as well as it might, the reason is quite probably that it needs a little care and attention! Here is a complete guide for anyone who wants to understand more than just the basics of astronomical telescopes and accessories, and how to maintain them in the peak of condition. The latest on safely adjusting, cleaning, and maintaining your equipment is combined with thoroughly updated methods from the old masters. Here, too, are details of choosing new and used optics and accessories, along with enhancements you can make to extend their versatility and useful lifetime. This book is for you. Really. Looking after an astronomical telescope isn’t only for the experts - although there are some things that only an expert should attempt - and every serious amateur astronomer will find invaluable information here, gleaned from Barlow Pepin's many years’ experience working with optical instruments.
Practical Amateur Spectroscopy
Author : Stephen F. Tonkin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 27,1 MB
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 1447101278
Book Description
This book contains everything an amateur astronomer needs to know to begin observing whilst going relatively deeply into the subject for those who are already involved. Covers a very wide range of available equipment, from simple DIY spectroscopes to the most expensive commercially-made instruments. Describes basic principles so that the reader understands how to analyse the spectra he/she sees or records. Contributions by leading amateurs astronomers from the USA and Europe.
Interferometry for Amateur Telescope Makers
Author : William Zmek
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 41,7 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Interferometry
ISBN : 9781942675075
Book Description
Introduction -- What are interferometers, and how do they work? -- Interferometer types useful for optical metrology -- Measurement accuracy -- Some practical matters -- More practical matters -- Use of a laser -- Wavefront shapes as interference patterns -- The williams interferometer -- The bath common-path interferometer -- Setting up to perform a test -- Recording the interference pattern -- Digital interferogram analysis -- Epilog
