Setting-up a small observatory : from concept to construction / David Arditti ; with a foreword by Patrick Moore.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Arditti, David.

Contributor:

Moore, Patrick.

Series:

Patrick Moore's practical astronomy series.

Patrick Moore's practical astronomy series, 1617-7185

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Astronomical observatories.

Telescopes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (245 p.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2008.

Place of Publication:

New York : Springer Science + Business Media, c2008.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Every amateur astronomer who is considering a purpose-built observatory will find this book absolutely invaluable during both the planning and the construction stages. Drawing on David Arditti’s practical experience and that of many other amateur astronomers, it gives invaluable help in making all the important decisions. To begin with, Setting up a Small Observatory addresses what you really need from an observatory, whether to build or buy, what designs you should consider, and where you should site it. Uniquely, it also considers the aesthetics of an amateur observatory: how to make it fit in with your home, garden, and yard, even disguising it as a more common garden building if necessary. There’s also a wealth of practical details for constructing and equipping your small observatory – everything from satisfying local planning laws and building codes through to making sure that your completed observatory is well-equipped, convenient, and comfortable to use. Whether you are considering a simple low-tech DIY approach to a fixed observatory, or aspiring to a sophisticated domed building, there is something here for you.

Contents:

Telescopes and techniques

The observatory site

Types of observatories

To build or to buy?

Techniques of construction

Finishing the observatory

Organising the observatory

Comfort and convenience

Some case studies

Maintaining and getting the best from equipment

Appendix 1: Observatory manufacturers

Appendix 2: Useful web links.

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

1-281-14142-9

9786611141424

0-387-68621-5

OCLC:

233971258