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Author : William Pearson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 777 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781108064064
Published in 1824-9, this two-volume guide to astronomical observation and calculation was among the first to appear in English.
Author : Michael A. Covington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2002-09-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521524199
Based on field notes made by the author during his own career as an amateur astronomer, this unique guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In addition to the more standard techniques, it discusses the latest modern resources available to today s astronomer, such as personal computers, the Internet, and computerized telescopes. It includes practical advice on aspects such as site selection and weather; provides the reader with detailed instructions for observing the Sun, Moon, planets, and all types of deep-sky objects; and it introduces newer specialities such as satellite observing and the use of astronomical databases. The book concludes with detailed information about 200 stars, clusters, nebulae, and galaxies, suitable for viewing with modest-sized telescopes under suburban conditions. Written to complement How to Use a Computerized Telescope, this book will also appeal to astronomers with more traditional equipment.
Author : Dascom Greene
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1891
Category : Least squares
ISBN : MINN:31951000944753T
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 19??
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:33821411
Author : William Pearson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 569 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781108064057
Published in 1824-9, this two-volume guide to astronomical observation and calculation was among the first to appear in English.
Author : William Pearson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1824
Category : Astronomical instruments
ISBN : LCCN:lc05031478
Author : Dascom Greene
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 1333396783
Excerpt from An Introduction to Spherical and Practical Astronomy The plan of the work embraces only those practical methods which can be carried out by the use of portable instruments. The fact that it is primarily intended for use in the class-room, and not for field use, will explain the omission of many details connected with the making of observations, which, while important, can only be learned by the actual handling of instruments. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author : Brian Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1853483591
Author : William Pearson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1824
Category : Astronomical instruments
ISBN : NYPL:33433090845060
Author : Michael A. Covington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2002-09-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521524199
Based on field notes made by the author during his own career as an amateur astronomer, this unique guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In addition to the more standard techniques, it discusses the latest modern resources available to today s astronomer, such as personal computers, the Internet, and computerized telescopes. It includes practical advice on aspects such as site selection and weather; provides the reader with detailed instructions for observing the Sun, Moon, planets, and all types of deep-sky objects; and it introduces newer specialities such as satellite observing and the use of astronomical databases. The book concludes with detailed information about 200 stars, clusters, nebulae, and galaxies, suitable for viewing with modest-sized telescopes under suburban conditions. Written to complement How to Use a Computerized Telescope, this book will also appeal to astronomers with more traditional equipment.
Author : Richard Handy,David B. Moody,Jeremy Perez,Erika Rix,Sol Robbins
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387686967
This book presents the amateur with fine examples of astronomical sketches and step-by-step tutorials in each medium, including pencil, pen and ink, chalks and pastels, painting and computer graphics programs. This unique book can teach almost anyone to create beautiful sketches of celestial objects by following simple, illustrated, step-by-step instructions. Readers can select a chapter related to their preferred class of object, and rapidly learn techniques in several media. Each chapter contains useful information regarding equipment, techniques for preserving and archiving sketches, and suggestions for accurate record keeping.
Author : Brian Jones
Publisher : Book Sales
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1555217281
This book logically and clearly surveys the night sky, taking the novice star gazer on a guided tour of the major constellations that can be identified and viewed with the naked eye, binoculars and small telescopes. Taking the circumpolar stars (those visible throughout the year) as the starting point, each major constellation and its location is highlighted on a season-by-season basis. 150 two- and four-color illustrations.
Author : George Leonard Hosmer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1917
Category : Spherical astronomy
ISBN : STANFORD:36105025534053
Author : C. R. Kitchin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461448914
“Telescopes and Techniques” has proved itself in its first edition, having become probably one of the most widely used astronomy texts, both for numerate amateur astronomers and for astronomy and astrophysics undergraduates. The first and second editions of the book were widely used as set texts for introductory practical astronomy courses in many universities. This book guides the reader through the mathematics, physics and practical techniques needed to use telescopes (from small amateur models to the larger instruments installed in many colleges) and to observe objects in the sky. Mathematics to around Advanced Placement standard (US) or A level (UK) is assumed, although High School Diploma (US) or GCSE-level (UK) mathematics plus some basic trigonometry will suffice most of the time. Most of the physics and engineering involved is described fully and requires no prior knowledge or experience. This is a ‘how to’ book that provides the knowledge and background required to understand how and why telescopes work. Equipped with the techniques discussed in this book, the observer will be able to operate with confidence his or her telescope and to optimize its performance for a particular purpose. In principle the observer could calculate his or her own predictions of planetary positions (ephemerides), but more realistically the observer will be able to understand the published data lists properly instead of just treating them as ‘recipes.’ When the observer has obtained measurements, he/she will be able to analyze them in a scientific manner and to understand the significance and meaning of the results. “Telescopes and Techniques, 3rd Edition” fills a niche at the start of an undergraduate astronomer’s university studies, as shown by it having been widely adopted as a set textbook. This third edition is now needed to update its material with the many new observing developments and study areas that have come into prominence since it was published. The book concentrates on the knowledge needed to understand how small(ish) optical telescopes function, their main designs and how to set them up, plus introducing the reader to the many ways in which objects in the sky change their positions and how they may be observed. Both visual and electronic imaging techniques are covered, together with an introduction to how data (measurements) should be processed and analyzed. A simple introduction to radio telescopes is also included. Brief coverage of the most advanced topics of photometry and spectroscopy are included, but mainly to enable the reader to see some of the developments possible from the basic observing techniques covered in the main parts of the book.
Author : Michael Maunder
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781846285622
Many lights and other objects in the sky go unrecognised, or at least are little understood by those observing them. Such things range from the commonplace like rainbows and meteors, to the distinctly unusual like the green flash and ball lightning. And there is still a residuum of objects that remain unidentified by the watcher – classed generally as ‘UFOs’, a description which today has connotations of the mysterious, even of extraterrestrial visitors. The first part of this book is an identification guide, very much like the "plant identifier" sections found in a good gardening or botany book. It allows quick (and structured) identification of known aerial phenomena, whether at night or during the day. The objects thus found are referenced to the second part of the book... The second part gives a full description, physical explanation, and where relevant notes on observing and photographing the various phenomena. Some will need optical aids such as binoculars or telescopes, but the main thrust of the book is identification and explanation rather than imaging. The final chapter approaches UFOs from a scientific standpoint, particularly the way in which human perception and often preconception affects the outcome. It does however finish with a short section on "extraterrestrial UFOs", emphasising the burden of proof aspect and touching on the scientific theories of life on other worlds and the improbability of visitors.
