Theoretically. Is it possible to construct a telescope using holographic lens such that you flick a switch and the lens just formed at the front. I like the...

Hi, Years ago I had the pleasure of living in Tonga, a small island state in the Pacific ocean. At that time I had no interest in astronomy, but I do remember...

what DEATHS of celestial objects have humans witnessed without a telescope? (not including meteors)? with the dates if possible. thanx

Anyone have any suggestions to help a newbie? Bought an old lx3 and the drive is not keeping objects centered (after proper polar alignment). Thanks, Craig

Any one interested in starting a group for the Financially challenged amateur.

I fear that John is chained to a concrete prison floor somewhere in Egypt or Syria http://www.newyorker.com/fact/content/?050214fa_fact6. If you have...

Whats going to happen now?

I am a high school senior about to give an oral presentation on the solar system later this week. Recently, the issue has arisen though as to how to properly...

I was looking at Saturn at lower power and discovered that when the planet was a little out of focus, either outside or inside, I saw a double image of Saturn....

It's not in the article online, the magazine suggests using polishing agents that are transparent to the wavelength of the light that will pass through the...

The father of the carbon cycle departs for the stars. http://skyandtelescope.com/news/article_1475_1.asp Brian Tung The Astronomy Corner at...

If you are going to be in L.A. in the next couple months, you may want to visit a terrific exhibit on Albert Einstein at the Skirball Cultural Center. My wife...

Watch the rotating ball. http://www.spaceweather.com/

Rosamond Report To start off with, a " Thank You " to the Unknown User who made a donation towards the tags for the Mad Max Stelth Car. I've got just over...

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Here is a Jupiter image from a webcam (TouCam Pro II) video my sons and I shot last night through the younger son's (12 years old) homemade 5"...

I see that Meade has released there LX-90 in 10" and 12" sizes. Has anyone seen these yet? Does anyone know what they are going to weigh in at? I didn't...

I just got my June S&T and noticed a new ad from Meade that has a bunch of products and says "delivered to you door" and "all prices include shipping and...

They only price out the 160mm on their website right now. Since they are upgrading, does this mean people with orders in-place will get the new scopes at the...