Astronomy events schedule

recon

Is anyone going to observe it and post their information here, so we can all collaborate to find a rough estimate of the distance of 1 AU just for fun? It won't be too accurate, but anyone think it is worth a try? We've got people from all over the world here on PF, so it might be a good idea. :)

Labguy

Two things going on:
http://skyandtelescope.com/observing...cle_1021_1.asp

http://skyandtelescope.com/observing...cle_1229_1.asp

Phobos

Quote by Labguy

http://skyandtelescope.com/observing...cle_1229_1.asp

Anyone get a good look at Comet NEAT yet? I tried last night, but through the cloud haze and light pollution in my area, I had a lousy view. Gotta keep trying.

killerinstinct

NASA has started planning an ambitious mission to orbit Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.

Phobos

June 11 - NASA's Cassini spacecraft to visit Saturn's moon Pheobe
http://saturn.jpl.nasa.gov/operations/approach.cfm

ArmoSkater87

haha recon, ur a true dork, i recpect that. :P
I would have wanted to do that too, but i forgot completely about the transit of venus, i was so f**kin pissed. I forgot cause i was studying for damn exams that day, hehe.

Labguy

Perseid Meteor Shower:

http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2...tm?list1111149

Labguy

New comet coming this winter.
http://skyandtelescope.com/news/article_1333_1.asp

Phobos

In September, you should be able to use binoculars to track the asteroid Toutatis swinging by. On Sept 29, it will be 4x the distance to the moon.

Labguy

Quote by Phobos

In September, you should be able to use binoculars to track the asteroid Toutatis swinging by. On Sept 29, it will be 4x the distance to the moon.

But where? Is there a tracking-chart out yet showing position over several weeks or months?

Phobos

Quote by Labguy

But where? Is there a tracking-chart out yet showing position over several weeks or months?

I saw one in the recent issue of Astronomy magazine. I have not found one on the internet to link to.

A_I_

i'm an amateur, and this year i will be graduating from high school,
and i like to watch astronomy events in the sky.. let's say it's my passion
but the problem is that i need to buy "good and not too expensive binoculars"
since i am an amateur in this whole thing,
so i need some experts' advises.
PS: i live in lebanon, i don't know if i can find all the trademarks u will tell me about :$.

A_I_

a quick reply would be so great :)

Phobos

Quote by A_I_

but the problem is that i need to buy "good and not too expensive binoculars"

Something with big lenses and not too much magnification. Maybe up to 7x50 if they're hand-held. (The first number is the magnification..7x...the second number is a measurement of the lens diameter...50 mm.) If you have a tripod that you can mount them on, then you can get bigger/stronger binoculars if you want.

Something stable with good focus.

Phobos

Quote by Phobos

In September, you should be able to use binoculars to track the asteroid Toutatis swinging by. On Sept 29, it will be 4x the distance to the moon.

Unfortunately, you'll need a big telescope (> 6") and dark skies to see it with any ease. (mag = 9)

Orion1

A mountain-sized asteroid will make its closest approach to Earth at 6:35 a.m. Pacific Time tomorrow. Although asteroid 4179 Toutatis will come no closer than four times the distance between Earth and the Moon, this will be the closest approach of any known asteroid of comparable size this century. (Sept. 28)

Reference:
http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/
http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/images/aster...ge-540-300.jpg

Labguy

October 27th is the last Lunar eclipse we get for about three years. There are links for easy photo tips at the bottom of the page too. See:

http://skyandtelescope.com/printable...ticle_1343.asp

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recon	Astronomy events schedule Is anyone going to observe it and post their information here, so we can all collaborate to find a rough estimate of the distance of 1 AU just for fun? It won't be too accurate, but anyone think it is worth a try? We've got people from all over the world here on PF, so it might be a good idea. :)

Labguy Recognitions: Science Advisor	Two things going on: http://skyandtelescope.com/observing...cle_1021_1.asp http://skyandtelescope.com/observing...cle_1229_1.asp

killerinstinct	NASA has started planning an ambitious mission to orbit Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.

Phobos Recognitions: Gold Member Science Advisor Staff Emeritus	June 11 - NASA's Cassini spacecraft to visit Saturn's moon Pheobe http://saturn.jpl.nasa.gov/operations/approach.cfm

ArmoSkater87	haha recon, ur a true dork, i recpect that. :P I would have wanted to do that too, but i forgot completely about the transit of venus, i was so f**kin pissed. I forgot cause i was studying for damn exams that day, hehe.

A_I_	i'm an amateur, and this year i will be graduating from high school, and i like to watch astronomy events in the sky.. let's say it's my passion but the problem is that i need to buy "good and not too expensive binoculars" since i am an amateur in this whole thing, so i need some experts' advises. PS: i live in lebanon, i don't know if i can find all the trademarks u will tell me about :$.