Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment and methods

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In the two decades since the development of the first eclipsing-binary modeling code, new analytic techniques and the availability of powerful, sometimes dedicated computing facilities have made possible vastly improved determinations of fundamental and even transient stellar parameters.

For many astronomers, the holy grail of observation is to discover a comet, not least because comets always bear the name of their discoverer!

A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere.

This book, the first of a two-volume set, focuses on the basic physical principles of blackbody radiometry and describes artificial sources of blackbody radiation, widely used as sources of optical radiation, whose energy characteristics can be calculated on the base of fundamental physical laws.

This book presents the first interdisciplinary study of Alessandro Piccolomini's two early astronomical works - De la Sfera del Mondo and De le Stelle Fisse.

This volume is a collection of experimental and theoretical papers presented at the international "e;Topical Meeting on Optical Bistability"e;, held at the University of Rochester, June 15-17, 1983, sponsored jointly by the Air Force Office of Scientific Re- search; the Army Research Office; and the Optical Society of America.

This book describes the fundamentals of particle detectors as well as their applications.

This book presents contributions from an internal symposium organized to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Specola Vaticana, or Vatican Observatory, in the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo.

Ground- or space-based telescopes are becoming increasingly more complex and construction budgets are typically in the billion dollar range.

Supernovae, hypernovae and gamma-ray bursts are among the most energetic explosions in the universe.

A total eclipse of the Sun is the most awesome sight in the heavens.

While most amateur astronomers know about the red shift, have a general idea of the way that the emission and absorption lines in stellar spectra provide an insight into the atomic processes of the star, it is unusual to find someone who has any kind of detailed knowledge.

Naked-eye comets are far from uncommon.

ESA's Venus Express Mission has monitored Venus since April 2006, and scientists worldwide have used mathematical models to investigate its atmosphere and model its circulation.

Over the last 15 years or so there has been a huge increase in the popularity of astrophotography with the advent of digital SLR cameras and CCD imagers.

This volume brings together contributions from many of the world's leading authorities on black hole accretion.

Written by William Sheehan, a noted historian of astronomy, and Christopher J.

There are several billion stars in the Milky Way galaxy.

Fully revised and updated guide to the night sky, now in full colour.

On 21 August 2017, over 100 million people will gather in a narrow belt across the USA to witness the most watched total solar eclipse in history.

On 21 August 2017, over 100 million people will gather in a narrow belt across the USA to witness the most watched total solar eclipse in history.

J P McEvoy looks at remarkable phenomenon of a solar eclipse through a thrilling narrative that charts the historical, cultural and scientific relevance of solar eclipses through the ages and explores the significance of this rare event.

Totality: The Great American Eclipses is a complete guide to the most stunning of celestial sights, total eclipses of the Sun.

Totality: The Great American Eclipses is a complete guide to the most stunning of celestial sights, total eclipses of the Sun.

Die Maya-Zivilisation fasziniert die Menschheit seit Jahrhunderten mit ihren komplexen Kalendern, beeindruckenden Bauwerken und tiefgründigen spirituellen Einsichten.

In einer Zeit, in der das Abendland noch in den Schatten des Mittelalters gehüllt war, erstrahlte im Osten ein Licht der Erkenntnis, das die Nacht des Unwissens durchbrach.

With 2014 marking the tercentenary of the Longitude Act, this eloquent celebration of the sextant tells the story of this elegant instrument and explores its vital role in man's attempts to map the world.

The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers.

'fascinating'Brian CoxThis is the story of citizen science.

"e;The Gospel in the Stars"e; is an 1882 treatise by Joseph A.

A beautiful gift for anyone interested in the night sky.

'fascinating'Brian CoxThis is the story of citizen science.

A beautiful ebook for anyone interested in the night sky and stargazing.

From the Dead Sea Scrolls to the Terracotta Army, ancient artifacts have long fascinated the modern world.

From the Dead Sea Scrolls to the Terracotta Army, ancient artifacts have long fascinated the modern world.

Wenn die Sterne es besser wissen Ambrose hat seine Kindheit wegen seiner Eltern in Astronomie-Forschungsstationen verbracht.

The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers.

Discover the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers.

The sights in our Solar System are dynamic reminders of our planet's position as part of a larger neighbourhood.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

"e;If you buy just one guide.

(Illustrations are best viewed on a tablet.

An ideal gift for all amateur and seasoned astronomers, the perfect ebook for stargazing.

The ideal gift for all amateur and seasoned astronomers.

EXPANDED AND REVISEDA comprehensive handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the southern hemisphere.

This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2022.

A comprehensive handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the southern hemisphere.