Astronomy Programs

Author : James J. Condon,Scott M. Ransom
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780691137797

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Essential Radio Astronomy by James J. Condon,Scott M. Ransom Pdf

The ideal text for a one-semester course in radio astronomy Essential Radio Astronomy is the only textbook on the subject specifically designed for a one-semester introductory course for advanced undergraduates or graduate students in astronomy and astrophysics. It starts from first principles in order to fill gaps in students' backgrounds, make teaching easier for professors who are not expert radio astronomers, and provide a useful reference to the essential equations used by practitioners. This unique textbook reflects the fact that students of multiwavelength astronomy typically can afford to spend only one semester studying the observational techniques particular to each wavelength band. Essential Radio Astronomy presents only the most crucial concepts—succinctly and accessibly. It covers the general principles behind radio telescopes, receivers, and digital backends without getting bogged down in engineering details. Emphasizing the physical processes in radio sources, the book's approach is shaped by the view that radio astrophysics owes more to thermodynamics than electromagnetism. Proven in the classroom and generously illustrated throughout, Essential Radio Astronomy is an invaluable resource for students and researchers alike. The only textbook specifically designed for a one-semester course in radio astronomy Starts from first principles Makes teaching easier for astronomy professors who are not expert radio astronomers Emphasizes the physical processes in radio sources Covers the principles behind radio telescopes and receivers Provides the essential equations and fundamental constants used by practitioners Supplementary website includes lecture notes, problem sets, exams, and links to interactive demonstrations An online illustration package is available to professors

Author : United States. Astronomy Missions Board
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Astronautics in astronomy
ISBN : UCAL:$B111605

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A Long-range Program in Space Astronomy by United States. Astronomy Missions Board Pdf

Potential for advancement of astronomy by space programs.

Author : Robert O. Doyle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : NASA:31769000653975

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A Long-range Program in Space Astronomy - Position Paper of the Astronomy Missions Board by Robert O. Doyle Pdf

Author : United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Gamma Ray Astronomy Program Working Group
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Electronic government information
ISBN : UCR:31210011019732

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Recommended Priorities for NASA's Gamma Ray Astronomy Program 1996-2010 by United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Gamma Ray Astronomy Program Working Group Pdf

Author : Oliver Montenbruck,Thomas Pfleger
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2009-03-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 3540672214

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Astronomy on the Personal Computer by Oliver Montenbruck,Thomas Pfleger Pdf

A thorough introduction to the computation of celestial mechanics, covering everything from astronomical and computational theory to the construction of rapid and accurate applications programs. The book supplies the necessary knowledge and software solutions for determining and predicting positions of the Sun, Moon, planets, minor planets and comets, solar eclipses, stellar occultations by the Moon, phases of the Moon and much more. This completely revised edition takes advantage of C++, and individual applications may be efficiently realized through the use of a powerful module library. The accompanying CD-ROM contains the complete, fully documented and commented source codes as well as executable programs for Windows 98/2000/XP and LINUX.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCSD:31822034479170

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NASA Historical Data Book: Programs and projects, 1958-1968 by Anonim Pdf

Author : L. Gouguenheim,D. McNally,J. R. Percy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1998-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521623731

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New Trends in Astronomy Teaching by L. Gouguenheim,D. McNally,J. R. Percy Pdf

How do students learn astronomy? How can the World-Wide Web be used to teach? And how do planetariums help with educating the public? These are just some of the timely questions addressed in this stimulating review of new trends in the teaching of astronomy. Based on an international meeting hosted by the University of London and the Open University (IAU Colloquium 162), this volume presents articles by experts from around the world. The proceedings of the first IAU Colloquium (105), The Teaching of Astronomy, edited by Percy and Pasachoff, were first published in 1990 and soon became established as the definitive resource for astronomy teachers. Astronomy education has advanced enormously in the intervening 7 years, and this sequel will inspire and encourage teachers of astronomy at all levels and provide them with wealth of ideas and experience on which to build.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 672 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105113775139

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Program Report by Anonim Pdf

Each issue covers a different subject.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Applications,Astronomy Survey Committee
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1982-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309032490

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Astronomy and Astrophysics for the 1980's, Volume 1 by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Applications,Astronomy Survey Committee Pdf

Author : National Science Foundation (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-20
Category : Federal aid to research
ISBN : WISC:89113112429

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Guide to Programs by National Science Foundation (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Johannes Andersen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 612 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1999-01-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 0792355563

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Highlights of Astronomy, Volume 11B by Johannes Andersen Pdf

Since 1967, the main scientific events of the General Assemblies of the International Astronomical Union have been published in the separate series, Highlights of Astronomy. The present Volume 11 presents the major scientific presentations made at the XXIIIrd General Assembly, August 18-30, 1997, in Kyoto, Japan. The two volumes (11A+B) contain the texts of the three Invited Discourses as well as the proceedings or extended summaries of the 21 Joint Discussions and two Special Sessions held during the General Assembly.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Space Studies Board,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Committee for a Decadal Survey of Astronomy and Astrophysics
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-01-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309186858

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New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Space Studies Board,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Committee for a Decadal Survey of Astronomy and Astrophysics Pdf

Driven by discoveries, and enabled by leaps in technology and imagination, our understanding of the universe has changed dramatically during the course of the last few decades. The fields of astronomy and astrophysics are making new connections to physics, chemistry, biology, and computer science. Based on a broad and comprehensive survey of scientific opportunities, infrastructure, and organization in a national and international context, New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics outlines a plan for ground- and space- based astronomy and astrophysics for the decade of the 2010's. Realizing these scientific opportunities is contingent upon maintaining and strengthening the foundations of the research enterprise including technological development, theory, computation and data handling, laboratory experiments, and human resources. New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics proposes enhancing innovative but moderate-cost programs in space and on the ground that will enable the community to respond rapidly and flexibly to new scientific discoveries. The book recommends beginning construction on survey telescopes in space and on the ground to investigate the nature of dark energy, as well as the next generation of large ground-based giant optical telescopes and a new class of space-based gravitational observatory to observe the merging of distant black holes and precisely test theories of gravity. New Worlds, New Horizons in Astronomy and Astrophysics recommends a balanced and executable program that will support research surrounding the most profound questions about the cosmos. The discoveries ahead will facilitate the search for habitable planets, shed light on dark energy and dark matter, and aid our understanding of the history of the universe and how the earliest stars and galaxies formed. The book is a useful resource for agencies supporting the field of astronomy and astrophysics, the Congressional committees with jurisdiction over those agencies, the scientific community, and the public.

Author : Neale Monks
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781846280771

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Astronomy with a Home Computer by Neale Monks Pdf

Here is a one-volume guide to just about everything computer-related for amateur astronomers! Today’s amateur astronomy is inextricably linked to personal computers. Computer-controlled "go-to" telescopes are inexpensive. CCD and webcam imaging make intensive use of the technology for capturing and processing images. Planetarium software provides information and an easy interface for telescopes. The Internet offers links to other astronomers, information, and software. The list goes on and on. Find out here how to choose the best planetarium program: are commercial versions really better than freeware? Learn how to optimise a go-to telescope, or connect it to a lap-top. Discover how to choose the best webcam and use it with your telescope. Create a mosaic of the Moon, or high-resolution images of the planets... Astronomy with a Home Computer is designed for every amateur astronomer who owns a home computer, whether it is running Microsoft Windows, Mac O/S or Linux. It doesn’t matter what kind of telescope you own either - a small refractor is just as useful as a big "go-to" SCT for most of the projects in this book.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Applications,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Astronomy and Astrophysics Survey Committee
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1991-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309043816

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The Decade of Discovery in Astronomy and Astrophysics by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Applications,Board on Physics and Astronomy,Astronomy and Astrophysics Survey Committee Pdf

Astronomers and astrophysicists are making revolutionary advances in our understanding of planets, stars, galaxies, and even the structure of the universe itself. The Decade of Discovery presents a survey of this exciting field of science and offers a prioritized agenda for space- and ground-based research into the twenty-first century. The book presents specific recommendations, programs, and expenditure levels to meet the needs of the astronomy and astrophysics communities. Accessible to the interested lay reader, the book explores: The technological investments needed for instruments that will be built in the next century. The importance of the computer revolution to all aspects of astronomical research. The potential usefulness of the moon as an observatory site. Policy issues relevant to the funding of astronomy and the execution of astronomical projects. The Decade of Discovery will prove valuable to science policymakers, research administrators, scientists, and students in the physical sciences, and interested lay readers.

Author : Gudrun Wolfschmidt
Publisher : tredition
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783347271067

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Applied and Computational Historical Astronomy. Angewandte und computergestützte historische Astronomie. by Gudrun Wolfschmidt Pdf

'Computational History' derives history from data and nowadays, therefore, relies on the technologies of the digital humanities. 'Computational History of Science' addresses questions of history by evaluating historical data, e.g. for tracing back copying traditions and conclude on transfer and transformation of data and knowledge. The term 'Applied Historical Astronomy', in contrast, tries to address questions of contemporary science by evaluating historical data in comparison with most recent data. This opens new possibilities, e.g. in the search for stellar transients among historical data. In the contribution by Hoffmann & Vogt we will focus on the stellar transients among all the topics mentioned above. Philipp Protte discusses the accuracy of magnitudes and positions in ancient star catalogues, Andreas Schrimpf & Frank Verbunt present an analysis of an early modern star catalogue. Victor Reijs analyses the visibility of celestial objects for naked-eye observers, and Björn Kunzmann showcases some important variable stars in the history of astronomy. Rene Hudec presents astronomical photographic archives as a valuable data source for modern astrophysics. José M. Vaquero discusses the studies on solar observations made during the last four centuries. More technical are the contributions of Georg Zotti on Stellarium and Karsten Markus-Schnabel on data-mining and data-processing technologies. Ido Yavetz & Luca Beisel are developing a digital tool of computational history of science for the simulation of pre-modern astronomical models. Gerd Graßhoff focuses more on the application of computational history with regard to Kepler's Astronomia Nova while Tim Karberg presents an analysis of the astronomical orientation of buildings in the North Sudan.