Is it Possible to Build a Simple Radiotelescope in Your Backyard?

[Frannas]

"backyard" radiotelescope

I would like to know if it is possible to build a "simple" radiotelescope. It doesn't have to be powerfull, just a small project.

 

[Mu naught]

I would say yes. A TV satellite dish would work pretty well. The problem would be filtering out all the terrestrial noise and then figuring out a way to actually make a picture from the data you collect.

 

[Frannas]

If I want to build one, what will be the best way to approach the project? What skills would be required?

 

[jnorman]

http://www.instructables.com/id/Poor-Man-s-Radio-Telescope/