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The Dobsonian Telescope: A Practical Manual for Building Large Aperture Telescopes
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User-Friendly Manual
This practical guide simplifies the process of building large aperture telescopes, catering to both beginners and experienced enthusiasts who seek a hands-on astronomy experience.
Large Aperture Design
Designed to maximize light-gathering capabilities, this telescope allows stunning views of celestial objects, making it ideal for serious astronomers aiming for deep-sky observations.
Cost-Effective Solution
Building your own Dobsonian telescope from this manual saves on costly commercial models, providing an affordable yet high-quality alternative for passionate stargazers.
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- This book tells how you can build a state-of-the-art Dobsonian telescope using readily available materials and supplies. Every step of construction is detailedin photographs and diagrams, and the underlying ideas are carefully explained. As a result of this three-year collaboration between authors David Kriege and Richard Berry, experienced and well-known telescope makers, you now have the opportunity to build a high-performance telescope from 14 inches to 40 inches aperture based on the thoroughly tested designs described in this book. The Dobsonian telescope takes its name from the astronomer/philosopher John Dobson, who introduced the concept of inexpensive, large-aperture telescopes to astronomy. Amateur astronomers at the time were so amazed that a telescope builtfrom simple, inexpensive materials performed so well that they could hardly believe their eyes. As home-built Dobsonians started showing up at star parties across the nation and people saw what Dobsonians could do, the word spread. In just a few years, the Dobsonian revolution swept the world. Since those early telescopes, Dobsonians have improved dramatically. An entire generation of amateur telescope makers contributed their best insights and refinements to Dobson's original design. Today's Dobsonians are larger, lighter,and more precise than ever before. For example, it is possible to build a telescope of 20 inches aperture that is compact enough to transp
| Publisher | Willmann-Bell |
| Publication date | January 1, 1997 |
| Edition | Eighth Printing |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 475 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0943396557 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0943396552 |
| Item Weight | 1.69 pounds (770 grams) |
| Dimensions | 6 x 1.25 x 9 inches (15.2 x 3.2 x 22.9 cm) |
Who Should Buy?
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DIY Enthusiasts
Individuals who enjoy hands-on projects and want to build their own large aperture telescopes will benefit significantly.
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Astronomy Students
Students in astronomy can use the manual for practical applications, enhancing their understanding of telescope mechanics and design.
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Amateur Astronomers
Hobbyists looking to explore deep sky objects will appreciate the detailed instructions for constructing powerful telescopes.
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Casual Stargazers
Individuals seeking simple and quick telescope options might find the building process too complex and time-consuming.
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Young Children
Children may struggle with the complexities of construction and require adult supervision, rendering this book less suitable.
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Non-Technical Users
Users without basic woodworking or optical knowledge may find the detailed technical aspects challenging and overwhelming.
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This book provides a comprehensive guide for building large aperture telescopes, with a focus on the mechanical aspects. It covers topics such as mirror cell design and Dobsonian mounting. However, it lacks detailed information on the design of the optical assembly. The book is well-organized and easy to read, with clear and understandable explanations. It includes beautiful pictures and tabular reference material. Prospective builders should have some woodworking experience. Overall, it is a valuable resource for telescope enthusiasts, although it could benefit from more updated web references.
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- Comprehensive guide for building large aperture telescopes
- Clear and understandable explanations
- Beautiful pictures and tabular reference material
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- Lacks detailed information on the design of the optical assembly
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- Step-by-step construction with detailed photographs and diagrams
- Opportunity to build a state-of-the-art Dobsonian telescope
- Based on thoroughly tested designs
- Dobsonians have improved dramatically over the years
- Possible to build a compact 20-inch aperture telescope
- Suitable for amateur astronomers and telescope makers
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