Complete, detailed instructions and numerous diagrams for constructing a do-it-yourself telescope. No complicated mathematics are involved, and no prior knowledge of optics or astronomy is needed to follow the text's step-by-step directions. Contents cover, among other topics, materials and equipment; tube parts and alignment; eyepieces, and related problems; setting circles; and optical principles. 6 plates. 100 figures.
ISBN: | 9780486428833 |
Publisher: | Dover Publications Inc. |
Imprint: | Dover Publications |
Published date: | 06 Feb 2003 |
DEWEY: | 681.4123 |
DEWEY edition: | 21 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 211 |
Weight: | 274g |
Height: | 141mm |
Width: | 216mm |
Spine width: | 25mm |