Building A Roll Off Roof Observatory

Author : John Stephen Hicks
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2009-03-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387766119

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Building a Roll-Off Roof Observatory by John Stephen Hicks Pdf

Almost every amateur astronomer who has taken the pursuit to its second level aspires to a fixed, permanent housing for his telescope, permitting its rapid and comfortable use avoiding hours of setting-up time for each observing session. A roll-off roof observatory is the simplest and by far the most popular observatory design for today’s practical astronomers. Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory is unique, covering all aspects of designing a roll-off roof observatory: planning the site, viewing requirements, conforming to by-laws, and orientation of the structure. The chapters outline step-by-step construction of a typical building. The author, both an amateur astronomer and professional landscape architect, is uniquely qualified to write this fully-detailed book. A professionally designed roll-off observatory could cost as much as $3000 just for the plans – which are provided free with Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory.

Author : John Stephen Hicks
Publisher : Springer
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781493930111

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Building a Roll-Off Roof or Dome Observatory by John Stephen Hicks Pdf

Almost every practical astronomer eventually aspires to have a fixed, permanent observatory for his or her telescope. A roll-off roof or dome observatory is the answer for the most popular home observatory design. Building a Roll-Off or Dome Observatory will help you decide whether to embark on the venture and will certainly increase your enthusiasm for the project. The author, both an amateur astronomer and a professional landscape architect, answers many of the common questions asked about observatory construction, covering the following topics: • Zoning, and by-law requirements common to most states, towns and municipalities • Where to locate the observatory • How to tailor the observatory for your particular needs • Tools and structural components required • Possible variations in design • How to combine the structure with other structures (incorporating a garden patio under the gantry in the roll-off roof observatory, for example) This fully detailed outlines step-by-step construction, with professional detailed diagrams for each phase of construction.

Author : David Arditti
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2007-12-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387686219

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Setting-Up a Small Observatory: From Concept to Construction by David Arditti Pdf

Arditti’s approachable work covers the all the details of design, siting and construction – once a basic type has been decided upon. It is written in a way that is equally applicable to the USA and UK (where there are slightly different building regulations) and deals with matters that are basic to building and commissioning any amateur observatory. Uniquely, David Arditti also considers the aesthetics of amateur observatories – fitting them in with family and neighbors, and maybe disguising them as more common garden buildings if necessary. Every amateur astronomer who wants a purpose-built observatory (and let’s face it, which one of them doesn’t?) will find this book invaluable.

Author : H R Mills
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781782424918

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Practical Astronomy by H R Mills Pdf

This practical manual provides essential material for the extensive world-wide community of non-professional astronomers. Every page of the book is alive with the infectious enthusiasm of the author whose expertise, knowledge and teaching experience provides easy access to the fascination and enjoyment of sky-watching. Provides essential material for the extensive world-wide community of non-professional astronomers The author’s enthusiasm is reflected in every page, and his expertise, knowledge and teaching experience provides easy access to the fascination and enjoyment of sky-watching Includes chapters on the celestial sphere, the sun and sundials, star positions, star maps, planispheres and nomograms, and light and basic optics

Author : Patrick Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781447102137

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More Small Astronomical Observatories by Patrick Moore Pdf

This entertaining text details the methods and techniques employed by non-professional astronomers from all over the world, providing a wonderful resource for anyone wishing to build a small observatory of almost any kind. Its a fun read, too. Almost every amateur astronomer dreams of having a fixed observatory - this provides ideas and constructional details. Ideas from around the world. Written for a broad audience, including non-astronomers.

Author : Patrick Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781447109990

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Small Astronomical Observatories by Patrick Moore Pdf

In Small Astronomical Observatories, Patrick Moore has collected descriptions of amateur and small professional observatories currently in use in Europe and America, showing how many astronomers have built their own observatory, often with effective and sometimes extraordinary improvisations to reduce the cost. There is a photograph of each, along with details of its construction and a foreword written by Patrick Moore. In addition to providing a fascinating study for its own sake, Small Astronomical Observatories offers a unique fund of ideas and practical details for anyone who wants to build an amateur or small professional observatory.

Author : Richard Berry
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Company
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1990-12-01
Category : Astronomical observatories
ISBN : 0913135062

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How to Build Your Own Observatory by Richard Berry Pdf

Author : Steve Owens
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118411568

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Stargazing For Dummies by Steve Owens Pdf

Reach for the stars Stargazing is the practice of observing the night sky and its contents - from constellations through to planets and galaxies. Stars and other night sky objects can be seen with the naked eye, or seen in greater numbers and in more detail with binoculars or a telescope. Stargazing For Dummies offers you the chance to explore the night sky, providing a detailed guide to the main constellations and also offering advice on viewing other night sky objects such as planets and nebulae. It's a great introduction to a fun new hobby, and even provides a fun way to get the kids outside while doing something educational! Gives you an introduction to looking at the sky with binoculars or a telescope Offers advice on photographing the night sky Without needing to get your head around mind-bending theories, you can take part in some practical physics If you're looking for easy-to-follow guidance on getting to know the night sky, Stargazing For Dummies has you covered.

Author : Agustin UDIAS
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401703499

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Searching the Heavens and the Earth by Agustin UDIAS Pdf

Jesuits established a large number of astronomical, geophysical and meteorological observatories during the 17th and 18th centuries and again during the 19th and 20th centuries throughout the world. The history of these observatories has never been published in a complete form. Many early European astronomical observatories were established in Jesuit colleges. During the 17th and 18th centuries Jesuits were the first western scientists to enter into contact with China and India. It was through them that western astronomy was first introduced in these countries. They made early astronomical observations in India and China and they directed for 150 years the Imperial Observatory of Beijing. In the 19th and 20th centuries a new set of observatories were established. Besides astronomy these now included meteorology and geophysics. Jesuits established some of the earliest observatories in Africa, South America and the Far East. Jesuit observatories constitute an often forgotten chapter of the history of these sciences.

Author : PATRICK. STUART
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1999340345

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DEEP CARBON OBSERVATORY. by PATRICK. STUART Pdf

Author : Peter L. Manly
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1995-04-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 052148393X

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Unusual Telescopes by Peter L. Manly Pdf

Peter Manly surveys more than 150 unusual telescopes designed by amateur and professional astronomers to suit some special need.

Author : Felix J. Lockman,Frank D. Ghigo,Dana S. Balser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015074263560

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But it was Fun by Felix J. Lockman,Frank D. Ghigo,Dana S. Balser Pdf

Author : Jo Dunkley
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780674984288

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Our Universe by Jo Dunkley Pdf

Jo Dunkley combines her expertise as an astrophysicist with her talents as a writer and teacher to present an elegant introduction to the structure, history, and enduring mysteries of the universe. Among the cutting-edge phenomena discussed are the accelerating expansion of the universe and the possibility that our universe is only one of many.

Author : Mary Brück
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2009-07-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048124732

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Women in Early British and Irish Astronomy by Mary Brück Pdf

Careers in astronomy for women (as in other sciences) were a rarity in Britain and Ireland until well into the twentieth century. The book investigates the place of women in astronomy before that era, recounted in the form of biographies of about 25 women born between 1650 and 1900 who in varying capacities contributed to its progress during the eighteenth, nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. There are some famous names among them whose biographies have been written before now, there are others who have received less than their due recognition while many more occupied inconspicuous and sometimes thankless places as assistants to male family members. All deserve to be remembered as interesting individuals in an earlier opportunity-poor age. Placed in roughly chronological order, their lives constitute a sample thread in the story of female entry into the male world of science. The book is aimed at astronomers, amateur astronomers, historians of science, and promoters of women in science, but being written in non-technical language it is intended to be of interest also to educated readers generally.

Author : Sam Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Telescopes
ISBN : UOM:39015017163026

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All about Telescopes by Sam Brown Pdf