Astromart

August 21, 2009 04:56 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Imagers for next shuttle mission wanted!

All,

A friend will be on board Discovery when she launches next week (hopefully). I have been thinking about what would make a unique souvenir and the ultimate would be images of Discovery and the ISS taken during the mission. I know that is something he would really appreciate. The idea is to have a graphic artist put together a montage of any photos we are able to get.

I have contacted a few of the individuals who have posted stunning images of the ISS before and they have agreed to try and capture the station during this mission. However, I would like to get as many images as possible so if any of you have a good pass of the station during the mission, and are willing to try and capture it please do. All images will be used and I will ensure that everyone will be acknowledged.

I know this is quite a challenge, but if you can help, thank you!

I will be leaving tomorrow for Florida to see the launch and will report back.
Thanks in advance.

Paul A Adams
Las Vegas, NV

February 9, 2005 11:06 PM Forum: Coronado-Lunt-DayStar Solar Filters

beginner needs advice!

Posted By Paul Adams

Hello All,

Thanks to those who responded, I guess I will have to dig a little deeper and buy a dedicated scope!

Is the price difference between the 60 and 90 worth the extra performance?

Cheers

Paul

August 26, 2005 03:22 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Aug 25 Mars

Posted By Paul Adams

Allan,

How can you consider that photo to be "poor"! It's Mars - Mars darn it! Have a think about that for a while. Such photos were capable only by Hubble not so very long ago.

Great job mate!!

Paul

October 3, 2005 04:30 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

Longomontanus

Posted By Paul Adams

Hello Wes,

A stunning image!!

Is there anywhere on line where I can get more information on the DMK-21F04 camera and its use in astro' work?

With results like yours, I would consider purchasing one.

Thanks

Paul

January 6, 2006 03:37 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Solar System

work in progress

Posted By Paul Adams

Fantastic image Allan, keep us up to date, I can't wait to see the end result.

Paul

April 19, 2006 05:19 PM Forum: Home Observatories

My Temple!

Posted By Paul Adams

Here is another photo...

April 21, 2006 02:24 PM Forum: Home Observatories

My Temple!

Posted By Paul Adams

Hi Tom

Most of the winds in our area come through a mountian pass just to the north and the house blocks most of those. If it get really bad, 40+ knots, which does happen quite a bit, I would not even think of opening the roof! (Too much dust in the air anyway).

The shed, including the roof, is all metal and very solid, it would have to be some mighty wind to buckle it, plus its bolted to the concrete pad in seven places.

I have to shoot down to California this afternoon and will get the photos everyone asked for either on Sunday or Monday when I return.

My work may mean a relocation to near Tucson (Ryan Airfield) and I'm hoping the skies are darker down there?

Paul

Tom Simmons said:

As others have asked, I would also be interested in how the roof works with out support. Also living in the desert, I'm aware of the winds, and wonder if you've seen the winds try to buckle your roof 8O

Tom
Tucson, AZ

January 3, 2007 06:31 PM Forum: Equipment Talk