Astro-Imaging Projects for Amateur Astronomers (eBook)
XII, 246 Seiten
Springer International Publishing (Verlag)
978-3-319-18546-0 (ISBN)
This is the must-have guide for all amateur astronomers who double as makers, doers, tinkerers, problem-solvers, and inventors. In a world where an amateur astronomy habit can easily run into the many thousands of dollars, it is still possible for practitioners to get high-quality results and equipment on a budget by utilizing DIY techniques. Surprisingly, it's not that hard to modify existing equipment to get new and improved usability from older or outdated technology, creating an end result that can outshine the pricey higher-end tools.
All it takes is some elbow grease, a creative and open mind and the help of Chung's hard-won knowledge on building and modifying telescopes and cameras. With this book, it is possible for readers to improve their craft, making their equipment more user friendly. The tools are at hand, and the advice on how to do it is here. Readers will discover a comprehensive presentation of astronomical projects that any amateur on any budget can replicate - projects that utilize leading edge technology and techniques sure to invigorate the experts and elevate the less experienced.
As the 'maker' community continues to expand, it has wonderful things to offer amateur astronomers with a willingness to get their hands dirty. Tweaking observing and imaging equipment so that it serves a custom purpose can take your observing options to the next level, while being fun to boot.
Jim Chung has degrees in Biochemistry and Dentistry from the University of Western Ontario and maintains a general private practice in Toronto. He has participated in two dental relief missions in the Caribbean and delivers advanced dental care to seniors' homes on a monthly basis. Dr. Chung honed his mechanical aptitude by restoring vintage motorcycles and has been an amateur astronomy for the past decade with a strong interest in imaging. He is an advocate for budget-minded amateur telescope making and imaging and writes a regular column in the Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada to promote that agenda.
Jim Chung has degrees in Biochemistry and Dentistry from the University of Western Ontario and maintains a general private practice in Toronto. He has participated in two dental relief missions in the Caribbean and delivers advanced dental care to seniors’ homes on a monthly basis. Dr. Chung honed his mechanical aptitude by restoring vintage motorcycles and has been an amateur astronomy for the past decade with a strong interest in imaging. He is an advocate for budget-minded amateur telescope making and imaging and writes a regular column in the Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada to promote that agenda.
Cosmic Contemplations.- DSLR Astro Imaging.- Advanced Astro Imaging.- Amateur Telescope Making.- Public Outreach Applications.- Astronomical Projects for Supporting Applications.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 9.7.2015 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series | The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series |
| Zusatzinfo | XII, 246 p. 280 illus., 265 illus. in color. |
| Verlagsort | Cham |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Fotografieren / Filmen |
| Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Weltraum / Astronomie | |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Physik / Astronomie ► Astronomie / Astrophysik | |
| Technik ► Elektrotechnik / Energietechnik | |
| Schlagworte | Amateur Astronomy Hacking • Astroimaging • Astronomy for at Home Observers • Astronomy Projects at Home • Customizing Astronomy Devices • DIY Astronomy • Hacker Astronomy • Maker and Astronomy • Make Your Own Telescopes • Monochrome DSLR |
| ISBN-10 | 3-319-18546-2 / 3319185462 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-319-18546-0 / 9783319185460 |
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