A Practical Guide to Building and Using a Telescope: With Visual Observing Guide
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A Practical Guide to Building and Using a Telescope: With Visual Observing Guide
Build a Newtonian reflecting telescope using the clear, easy-to-follow instructions contained within this book. Use the included dimensions guide to help choose your telescope's specification based on your main area of interest, such as planetary or deep sky observing. You can build a portable 4-inch telescope, or a 12-inch light bucket - the choice is yours. The fully customisable plans and close-up construction photographs will enable you to build an exceptional telescope that delivers stunning views of our Universe. And of course, the views come with the added satisfaction of having built the telescope yourself! Features: Over 50 colour diagrams and photographs Observing guide with simulated images of how the planets look through different-sized telescopes 50 tips to enhance your observing sessions Telescope maintenance and storage advice Guidelines on creating an observational logbook Useful formulae for comparing different-sized telescopes and eyepieces Note: This book does not cover grinding the primary mirror.
