Binocular Astronomy
(Sprache: Englisch)
This book describes the many advantages of using binoculars for astronomy. It explains how to choose and evaluate binoculars as well as covers the functionality and physiology of binocular observation and their varying optical characteristics.
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This book describes the many advantages of using binoculars for astronomy. It explains how to choose and evaluate binoculars as well as covers the functionality and physiology of binocular observation and their varying optical characteristics.
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Binoculars have, for many, long been regarded as an "entry level" observational tool, and relatively few have used them as a serious observing instrument. This is changing! Many people appreciate the relative comfort of two-eyed observing, but those who use binoculars come to realize that they offer more than comfort. The view of the stars is more aesthetically pleasing and therefore binocular observers tend to observe more frequently and for longer periods. "Binocular Astronomy", 2nd edition, extends its coverage of small and medium binoculars to large and giant (i.e., up to 300mm aperture) binoculars and also binoviewers, which brings the work into the realm of serious observing instruments. Additionally, it goes far deeper into the varying optical characteristics of binoculars, giving newcomers and advanced astronomers the information needed to make informed choices on purchasing a pair. It also covers relevant aspects of the physiology of binocular (as in "both eyes") observation.
The first edition of this title was praised for its suggested objects for observation and especially for the finder charts for each object. In this second edition, this section is expanded in three ways. There are new objects, with more information on each object, and a re-organization of the objects for binoculars for easier selection for readers.
"Binocular Astronomy" 2nd Edition puts an emphasis on understanding binoculars and their use. The additional content in this second edition reflects the latest developments in technology, available testing techniques, and practical ideas for binocular use. It also responds to the substantially positive reviews of the first edition, and is now even better suited to its target readership.
Inhaltsverzeichnis zu „Binocular Astronomy “
Why Binoculars?.- Binocular Optics and Mechanics.- Choosing Binoculars.- Evaluating Binoculars.- Care and Maintenance of Binoculars.- Mounting Binoculars.- Binocular Telescopes.- Accessories.- Observing Techniques.- 200 Objects for Binoculars.Autoren-Porträt von Stephen Tonkin
Stephen Tonkin holds a BsC (Hons) in Human Environment from King's College London, and is currently employed as a Lecturer in Astronomy at Brockenhurst College (Dorset, UK). He has published many articles in the top astronomy publications, including "Practical Astronomy," "Popular Astronomy," "Deep-Sky Observer," and "Astronomy and Earth Sciences." He is an author of several books for Springer, including "Amateur Telescope Making" (1999), "AstroFAQs" (2000), "Astronomy with Small Telescopes" (2001), "Practical Amateur Spectroscopy" (2002), and the first edition of "Binocular Astronomy" (2007). He has owned and used a variety of observational instruments but returned almost exclusively to observing with binoculars following a back injury in 2003. Since then, he has refined his observing techniques and has combined his extensive knowledge of optics and astronomy to establish the optimal qualities for astronomical binoculars.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Stephen Tonkin
- 2013, 2. Aufl., XXV, 435 Seiten, 115 farbige Abbildungen, Maße: 15,4 x 23,3 cm, Kartoniert (TB), Englisch
- Verlag: Springer, Berlin
- ISBN-10: 1461474663
- ISBN-13: 9781461474661
- Erscheinungsdatum: 13.08.2013
Sprache:
Englisch
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