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Venus and Jupiter Conjunction 2nd March Plus Venus
maw lod qan replied to Nigella Bryant's topic in Observing - Planetary
Well done. I had to turn my Canon to get the to fit. The night before would have been much better for me, but!😒 -
Last night's conjunction. I wish it was better, but at least I got a few images before they got separated and wouldn't fit on the camera. The night before was even closer, but I waited till they were to low to get them from the observatory.
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I've had the HA fever now and it's only grew worse as Sol grows more active. But a Lunt was out of the question for a while. Decided to put my big shark pole up for sale on Facebook and now have started getting some responses! It would get me between 50% or 75% there, and I'll never use it other than a display on the wall. I feel like Capt. Barbosa! Gents, my hope is restored!
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Mine was recent, and fortunately minor. Wondering what the tremendous crash was, only to find the rolloff roof for Area 51 laying in my broccoli! I had that thought,"Mama said, stupid is what stupid does!" Or would "I'm not a smart man!" Be better?
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Thanks for the images! Would really love to see some really strong active Arora, but to get it this far South would mean big trouble!
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Dabbling but at some point want to invest talk me through it
maw lod qan replied to Moon-Monkey's topic in Observing - Solar
I think it must be something in the air, or sunlight. I'm struggling with the same problem. And it doesn't help seeing all the incredible HA images posted by other members! -
M81 First HaLRGB - 2nd version added
maw lod qan replied to Zummerzet_Leveller's topic in Imaging - Deep Sky
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Well done! 👍
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The wind finally subsided enough I asked SWMBO to give me a hand with my roll off roof. We got it back on with very little effort. I don't think it weighed 100 lbs. And much to my relief, not a single mention of "if you don't take better care of your toys, I'm not going to let you play with them!"
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Amazing! The bright areas shining through the dust cloud makes me think some huge spacecraft will be coming any moment!
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Excellent! Seeing the Earth next to the largest is a little scary!
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The work I've done using aluminum flashing makes me think it would work depending on its thickness. .024 or .032 would be flexible enough to easily form to the shape of the mirror. It would not be much wider than double the mirror thickness. I think once you had it around the mirror, several wraps with what we call duct tape would keep its circular shape.
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Let's talk Lunts.
maw lod qan replied to maw lod qan's topic in Getting Started Equipment Help and Advice
Thanks! @Peter Drew, that's the kind of information and knowledge I was hoping for. Very understanding! Now to sell the toy I've put up on line to start gathering the funds! -
I might be dreaming, but I do fancy the idea ofa Lunt. I know there are many members who have them so I really would appreciate your knowledge and advice. What I'm considering is the Lunt 50mm, but as far as what all the bells and whistles do, I'm lost. No doubt the feather touch focuser is a must, but what is the difference in a 4mm or 6mm blocking filter in the diagonal? Also, what do you gain with the double stack? That's a big jump at $895.00 price add on. I would do more visual, but of course dabble in imaging. Any and all advice will be of great help, and thanks in advance.
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Can you see anything significant?
maw lod qan replied to kelly324's topic in Getting Started General Help and Advice
You did very well, three visible goodies in an IPhone image. It would amaze you to know what is out there in the distance, you don't see. It goes on forever! -
You definitely haven't lost your touch Sir! Incredible image!
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Just guessing I would say we were having gusts easily into the 50mph range, if not more. The aftermath.
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Except for the clouds and little rain, it's been nice. So, out working in the garden. Cold front went through with no rain. I'm taking a break, wind picks up quickly. I hear a loud crash. Huh, what was that? Well stupid is as stupid does. Couple days ago I was going to try looking at the sun. Didn't anchor the roof on the observatory back down when I finished. Now the roof is laying in the garden! No damage, but will be a two man job just from its size, 8'x8'. I doubt it weighs 75 or 80 kilos! Yes really, I have learned! It rode out hurricane Ian's 140 mph tied down!
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Thanks for the effort and posting it!
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Surge prominence 09 Feb 2023 UPDATE: full disc 10 Feb 2023
maw lod qan replied to BGazing's topic in Imaging - Solar
Another wow! What is Sol going to be doing in another year or so as it gets to solar max? -
My DREADFUL attempt at C/2022 ZTF!!
maw lod qan replied to wesdon1's topic in Imaging - Widefield, Special Events and Comets
I'd would have a dislocated shoulder from patting myself on the back! Well done! -
What if 1.5kM wide asteroid hits the UK ..
maw lod qan replied to EarthLife's topic in The Astro Lounge
The real question would be, would you want something fast and quick? Or slow drawn out and agonizing? Either way would be bad. But with the second one you'll deal with your neighbors for a while.