The Art And Science Of Ccd Astronomy

Author : David Ratledge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781447106333

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The Art and Science of CCD Astronomy by David Ratledge Pdf

Charge-coupled Devices (CCDs) have revolutionised astronomy. Even affordable CCD cameras can be ten times a sensitive as photographic film, and they deliver a digitised image that is easy to enhance using a personal computer. David Ratledge has brought together contributions from twelve leading amateurs from around the world, people who are routinely producing astronomical images of a quality that rivals those of professional observatories only of 10 years ago. These experts describe their techniques and solutions, and offer essential tips and advice for anyone who is choosing or using a CCD camera. Now glance through the Colour Gallery at the back of this book to see just what they have done!

Author : David Ratledge
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1996-12-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1447106342

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The Art and Science of CCD Astronomy by David Ratledge Pdf

Author : Steve B. Howell
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006-03-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139450768

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Handbook of CCD Astronomy by Steve B. Howell Pdf

Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs) are the state-of-the-art detector in many fields of observational science. Updated to include all of the latest developments in CCDs, this second edition of the Handbook of CCD Astronomy is a concise and accessible reference on all practical aspects of using CCDs. Starting with their electronic workings, it discusses their basic characteristics and then gives methods and examples of how to determine these values. While the book focuses on the use of CCDs in professional observational astronomy, advanced amateur astronomers, and researchers in physics, chemistry, medical imaging, and remote sensing will also find it very valuable. Tables of useful and hard-to-find data, key practical equations, and new exercises round off the book and ensure that it provides an ideal introduction to the practical use of CCDs for graduate students, and a handy reference for more experienced users.

Author : David Ratledge
Publisher : Springer
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-10-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 1848007388

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Digital Astrophotography: The State of the Art by David Ratledge Pdf

Provides novice to accomplished amateur astronomers with a firm grounding in the basics and successful use of digital astrophotography. Provides examples of the best images, and gives readers hints and tips about how to get the best out of this extraordinary technology. Experts in CCD astronomy from North America and Europe have contributed to this book, illustrating their help and advice with many beautiful colour images – the book is in full color throughout. Techniques range from using simple webcams to highly technical aspects such as supernovae patrolling. Computer processing, stacking and image-enhancement are detailed, along with many hints and tips from the experts.

Author : David Ratledge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2006-01-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781846282560

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Digital Astrophotography: The State of the Art by David Ratledge Pdf

Provides novice to accomplished amateur astronomers with a firm grounding in the basics and successful use of digital astrophotography. Provides examples of the best images, and gives readers hints and tips about how to get the best out of this extraordinary technology. Experts in CCD astronomy from North America and Europe have contributed to this book, illustrating their help and advice with many beautiful colour images – the book is in full color throughout. Techniques range from using simple webcams to highly technical aspects such as supernovae patrolling. Computer processing, stacking and image-enhancement are detailed, along with many hints and tips from the experts.

Author : Philip Pugh
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 415 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387764696

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The Science and Art of Using Telescopes by Philip Pugh Pdf

Amateur astronomers have to start somewhere. Most begin by buying a modest astronomical telescope and getting to know the night sky. After a while, many want to move on to the next stage, but this can be problematic. The magazines advertise a mass of commercially-made equipment – some of it very expensive – which can represent a major financial outlay. The trick is to choose the right equipment, and then use it to its fullest extent. Observing Skills: The Science and Art of using Astronomical Telescopes provides the required information. First, it explains how to get the best from entry-level equipment (that upgrade may not even be needed for a year or two!). Second, it explains how to select equipment that is at the ‘next level’, and describes how use more advanced telescopes and accessories. The book is organized according to observational targets, and although it concentrates mainly on visual observing, it concludes with a section on imaging and the equipment currently available – from regular digital cameras, through webcams, to specialized chilled-chip CCD cameras. Observing Skills: The Science and Art of using Astronomical Telescopes is the perfect follow-up to Moore and Watson: Astronomy with a Budget Telescope and Tonkin: AstroFAQs . It neatly fills the gap between these introductory books and the more advanced books in Springer’s Practical Astronomy list.

Author : John C. Vickers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 0974011010

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Deep Space CCD Atlas by John C. Vickers Pdf

Astronomical atlas of amateur CCD-camera images taken through various telescopes. Data accompanies the imaged fields. Perfect-bound, printed book format. Subject is the prominent deep-space objects of the northern hemisphere.

Author : Ian Morison
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781316618417

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The Art of Astrophotography by Ian Morison Pdf

This book provides a step-by-step guide of how anyone can capture and produce beautiful astronomical images, for beginners and professionals alike.

Author : James Mullaney
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461487333

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A Buyer's and User's Guide to Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars by James Mullaney Pdf

Amateur astronomers of all skill levels are always contemplating their next telescope, and this book points the way to the most suitable instruments. Similarly, those who are buying their first telescopes – and these days not necessarily a low-cost one – will be able to compare and contrast different types and manufacturers. This exciting and revised new guide provides an extensive overview of binoculars and telescopes. It includes detailed up-to-date information on sources, selection and use of virtually every major type, brand, and model on today’s market, a truly invaluable treasure-trove of information and helpful advice for all amateur astronomers. Originally written in 2006, much of the first edition is inevitably now out of date, as equipment advances and manufacturers come and go. This second edition not only updates all the existing sections of “A Buyer’s and User’s Guide to Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars” but adds two new ones: Astro-imaging and Professional-Amateur collaboration. Thanks to the rapid and amazing developments that have been made in digital cameras – not those specialist cool-chip astronomical cameras, not even DSLRs, but regular general-purpose vacation cameras – it is easily possible to image all sorts of astronomical objects and fields. Technical developments, including the Internet, have also made it possible for amateur astronomers to make a real contribution to science by working with professionals. Selecting the right device for a variety of purposes can be an overwhelming task in a market crowded with observing options, but this comprehensive guide clarifies the process. Anyone planning to purchase binoculars or telescopes for astronomy – whether as a first instrument or as an upgrade to the next level – will find this book a treasure-trove of information and advice. It also supplies the reader with many useful hints and tips on using astronomical telescopes or binoculars to get the best possible results from your purchase.

Author : W. Romanishin
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2014-08-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 1500772119

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An Introduction to Astronomical Photometry Using CCDs by W. Romanishin Pdf

An Introduction to Astronomical Photometry Using CCDsBy W. Romanishin

Author : James R. Janesick
Publisher : SPIE Press
Page : 936 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0819436984

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Scientific Charge-coupled Devices by James R. Janesick Pdf

"The book provides invaluable information to scientists, engineers, and product managers involved with imaging CCDs, as well as those who need a comprehensive introduction to the subject."--Page 4 de la couverture

Author : Patrick Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 43,6 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 : Peter T. Wlasuk
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781447104834

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Observing the Moon by Peter T. Wlasuk Pdf

Why write another guide to observing the Moon? That was the question I was pondering as I began this project, having a fine collection of "classic" lunar guidebooks dating back to 1791 in my own library. As a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS), member of the American Astronomical Society's Division for Planetary Sciences (AAS DPS), and member of the American Geophysical Union (AGU), I am fortunate to know many pro fessionallunar scientists who keep me up to date with developments in lunar scienc- contrary to public perception, lunar science has definitely not stagnated since the last Apollo, No. 17, left the surface of the Moon in December, 1972. I am also lucky to know many amateur lunar observers, who, like me, enjoy actually looking at the Moon with tele scopes and imaging it with a wide variety of devices ranging from regular 35 mm cameras to video recorders and CCD cameras. My friends who study the Moon, whether in their professions or just for fun, gave me several reasons for doing "another" lunar guidebook. First, the last lunar observer's guide of any length was published over ten years ago, and many reviewers noted that it was badly out of date even then.

Author : Michael A. Covington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1999-05-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521627400

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Astrophotography for the Amateur by Michael A. Covington Pdf

First published in 1999, this is an expanded and updated edition of the best-selling, standard handbook on astrophotography for amateurs.

Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-02-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118046333

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Star Ware by Philip S. Harrington Pdf

Praise for Star Ware "Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy." - Robert Burnham, Sky & Telescope magazine "Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate." - John Shibley, Astronomy magazine Whether you're shopping for your first telescope or your fifth, don't be surprised if you feel overwhelmed by the dazzling array of product choices, bells and whistles, and the literature that describes them all. That's why you need Star Ware. In this revised and updated Fourth Edition of the essential guide to comparing and selecting sky-watching equipment, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington takes you telescope shopping the easy way. He analyzes and explains today's astronomy market and compares brands and models point by point. Star Ware gives you the confidence you need to buy the telescope and accessories that are right for you and the knowledge to get the most out of your new purchase, with: * Extensive, expanded reviews of leading models and accessories-including dozens of new products * A clear, step-by-step guide to every aspect of selecting telescopes, binoculars, filters, mounts, lenses, cameras, film, star charts, guides and references, and much more * Ten new do-it-yourself projects for building your own astronomical equipment * Easy tips on setting up, using, and caring for telescopes and other astronomical equipment * Lists of where to find everything astronomical, including Web sites and resources; distributors, dealers, and conventions; and corporate listings for products and services