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The Telescope Travelers

The Telescope Travelers
In this fun adventure novel for young readers, Zack and his older sister, Taylor, were enjoying the last few days of their summer vacation when they made a fantastic discovery. A mysterious box buried in the sand with an unusual telescope inside. Where did it come from? Who does it belong to and why was it buried? Soon Zack and Taylor uncover the telescope's amazing abilities. Will the universe ever be the same? Will they?

Star Clusters and How to Observe Them (Astronomers' Observing Guides)

Star Clusters and How to Observe Them (Astronomers' Observing Guides)
ASTRONOMERS OBSERVING GUIDES provide up-to-date information for amateur astronomers who want to know all about what it is they are observing. This is the basis of the first part of the book. The second part details observing techniques for practical astronomers, working with a range of different instruments. Star Clusters and How to Observe Them is a mine of information for all levels of amateur observers, from beginners to experienced observers. It begins with a detailed yet easily assimilated description of star clusters, how they were formed as our Milky Way galaxy evolved, and how they are classified. The latest research has revealed a vast amount of fascinating information about the clusters, along with some spectacular photographs. Modern commercially-made telescopes enable amateur astronomers to see a surprising amount of detail, and to record using CCD cameras, video, webcams or even film some remarkably beautiful and detailed images. There is detailed information on using refractors, reflectors, SCTs (like Meade and Celestron) and computer-controlled telescopes The book includes an Observing List cataloguing star clusters to be observed or imaged using a variety of different instruments, all of them available commercially to amateur astronomers.

QWIK FIX PVC REPAIR COUPLING Telescopes from 6-1/8" to

QWIK FIX PVC REPAIR COUPLING Telescopes from 6-1/8" to
"QWIK FIX" PVC REPAIR COUPLING Telescopes from 6-1/8" to 8-1/8" 12-1/2"Closed-16-7/8"Extended 2-1/2"Hub X 2-1/2"Spigot

Sky & Telescope's Field Map of the Moon

Sky & Telescope's Field Map of the Moon

Bushnell NorthStar 675mm x 4.5" Motorized GoTo Reflector Telescope

Bushnell NorthStar 675mm x 4.5" Motorized GoTo Reflector Telescope
Look to the stars and explore past, present, and future, together. NorthStar telescopes offer amateur astronomers state-of-the-art computer-driven location and tracking capability with simple, push-button control. With a built-in data base of 20,000 celestial objects, you simply call up your target on the hand-held control module, enter a simple "Go To" command and the NorthStar computer does the rest. Once locked on, tracking the object for prolonged viewing is automatic. An innovative RVO (Real Voice Output) feature provides a fun, interactive way to explore the night sky. The remote, hand-held control module features red, backlit push buttons and a red, illuminated LCD read-out for easy viewing without impairing your night vision. The telescopes also feature our new 1x wide-angle, red dot finderscope. Additional features include a quick-release tripod and accessory tray for fast, easy assembly. Offers the amateur astronomer state-of-the-art computer-driven location and tracking capability with simple, push-button control with over 20,000 celestial objects within an internal database Simply call up your target on the Bushnell NorthStar hand-held control module, enter a simple go to command and the Northstar computer does the rest

Micro Adjustable Table Top Tripod

Micro Adjustable Table Top Tripod
Micro Adjustable Table Top Tripod

Highgear Loft Computer Watch with Altimeter, Barometer, Heart Rate Monitor, and Thermometer

Highgear Loft Computer Watch with Altimeter, Barometer, Heart Rate Monitor, and Thermometer
In addition to being a sleek and full-featured altimeter and barometer, the Loft features an ECG accurate heart rate monitor to help keep track of your progress and fitness levels before, during and after your journey. Heart Rate: Working range 30 to 240bpm. ECG accurate heart rate. Target zone settable in 1bpm increments. Audible and visual heart rate zone alarms. % Max/Heart Rate display. Calorie counter. Altimeter: Working range -1,600ft to 29,599ft (-500m to 9000m). Current, Accumulated and Maximum altitude in ft or m. Altitude resolution 3ft (1m). Graphic altitude trend display. Altitude alarm. Stores 20 altimeter data readings with altitude, time, and date. Barometer: Sea level pressure and absolute pressure displays in both mbar and inHg. Resolution 1mbar (0.05inHg) working range 300mbar to 1100mbar (8.16inHg to 32.48inHg). 6 hour graphic barometric pressure trend display. Barometer/Temp display. Thermometer: Resolution 0.1� in �F and �C. Working range +14�F to +122�F (-10�C to +50�C). Watch: Time/Day/Date/Month with Dual Time Zone. 12 or 24 hour format. Time/Temp display. Dual daily alarm. Hourly chime. Chrono: Resolution 1/100 second with maximum time range 24hr 00min 00sec. Maximum 50 laps/20 runs. Times for each lap and split, with best and average laps� time. EL Backlight system. Water resistant 30m. 2.5oz (70.9g). Heart rate transmitter: Consumer serviceable battery (1 CR2032). Backlight. EL backlight System. 2.5oz (70.9g)

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夜の寒空　志賀高原上空に光の柱　中野の男性が撮影 http://www.shinmai.co.jp/news/20080203/KT080202FTI090010000022.htm これ、写真じゃ伝わりにくいなぁ。生で見たいぞ。