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60Microsoft world wide telescope
by ParadiseForever
The world wide telescope software application from microsoft brings the observatories and planetariums of the world to your desktop. Users can now stargaze into a deep galaxy in outer space or choose to... published 3 months ago
63Palomar Observatory Astronomy and Scientific Discovery
by Lincoln Armstrong
Driving to an internationally famous facility for advanced scientific research and discovery should look a lot different than a camping trip. published 13 months ago
55What is Pluto?
by cjcs
Pluto has gone from planet, to dwarf planet, to plutoid. Some people want Pluto to stay a planet, some don't. How did we get here? published 2 months ago
65The Hale 200 inch Telescope at the Palomar Observatory
by Lincoln Armstrong
The Hale 200-inch telescope remains one of the most effective and impressive instruments of scientific research in use today. It is the principal telescope at the Palomar Mountain Observatory, and has been in... published 13 months ago
65Astronomy and Telescopes
by The Lion
Astronomy, as a pursuit and passion is as old as the human race itself. If you ever looked up at the night sky you know exactly why. It is awe-inspiring. The night sky is an amazing sight. Here is information about stargazing and telescopes. published 2 years ago
63Palomar Observatory Adaptive Optics Astronomy Technology
by Lincoln Armstrong
Several of the telescopes at the Palomar Observatory have recently been fitted with an apparatus that allows them to use a technique called adaptive optics. Adaptive Optics is a process by which a mirror is... published 13 months ago
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