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Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods

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Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods

Paperback. A resource that deals with satellite orbits, showing how the wide range of available orbits can be used in communications, positioning, remote-sensing, meteorology, and astronomy. Translator(s): Lyle, S. Num Pages: 564 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; TJKS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 951.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer Editions France
Number of pages
564
Condition
New
SKU
V9782287213175
ISBN
9782287213175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 164.27

Paperback. Modern astronomical telescopes, along with other advances in technology, have brought the deep sky - star clusters, nebulae and the galaxies - within reach of amateur astronomers. This book provides the reader with what he needs to know about what to observe, and how to get superb views of faint and distant astronomical objects. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 180 pages, 117 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
180
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852339012
ISBN
9781852339012
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 35.51

Paperback. Designed for amateur astronomers who own a home computer, whether it is running Microsoft Windows, Mac O/S or Linux, this title provides a practical introduction to astronomy. It concentrates on low-cost accessible projects and also helps you learn how to optimise a go-to telescope, or connect it to a lap-top. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 202 pages, 87 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; UKP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 163 x 12. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
202
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852338053
ISBN
9781852338053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 28.47

Paperback. Provides examples of the images, and gives readers hints and tips about how to get the best out of this technology. This book illustrates the help and advice with many beautiful colour images. It includes techniques that range from using simple webcams to highly technical aspects such as supernovae patrolling. Editor(s): Ratledge, David. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 177 pages, 16 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 153 x 11. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
177
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852337346
ISBN
9781852337346
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 39.68

Paperback. A guide for those who want to understand more than just the basics of astronomical telescopes and accessories, and how to maintain them in the peak of condition. It focuses on safely adjusting, cleaning, and maintaining your equipment. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 252 pages, 82 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 416.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852337155
ISBN
9781852337155
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 138.85

Paperback. A dictionary of astronomy. Suitable for practical amateur astronomers, it provides a reference source for terms, techniques, instruments, formulas and processes for practising observers, both amateur and professional. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GBC; PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 210 x 15. Weight in Grams: 920.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852335595
ISBN
9781852335595
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.06

paperback. Contains information an amateur astronomer may need to know to begin observing whilst going into the subject for those who are already involved. This book covers a wide range of available equipment, from simple DIY spectroscopes to some of the most expensive commercially-made instruments. Editor(s): Tonkin, Stephen F. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 213 pages, 115 black & white illustrations, 2 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PNFS; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 179 x 16. Weight in Grams: 484.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2002nd Edition
Number of pages
213
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852334895
ISBN
9781852334895
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 43.62

Paperback. Aimed at deep-sky observers, whether they are interested in imaging or just sightseeing. Designed to be taken out into the field during observing, this large-format full-colour book presents information packed into each spread - photographs, position, maps, recommended exposure times, and more. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 146 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, 155 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 564.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
146
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852334741
ISBN
9781852334741
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 161.92

Paperback. Allows quick (and structured) identification of known aerial phenomena, whether at night or during the day. This book gives a description, physical explanation, and where relevant notes on observing and photographing the various phenomena. It approaches UFOs from a scientific standpoint. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 227 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
227
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846285622
ISBN
9781846285622
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.03

paperback. Designed for Schmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutov telescopes, this atlas makes it easy to locate International Astronomical Union named primary lunar features. It shows different angles of illumination and includes comparative libration images of the lunar limb. Editor(s): Cook, Anthony Charles. Num Pages: 228 pages, 186 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210. Weight in Grams: 581.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 2014
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493938261
ISBN
9781493938261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.45

hardcover. Series: Sources and Studies in the History of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Num Pages: 172 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 3JF; PGG; PGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 11. Weight in Grams: 523.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer United States
Edition
2012th Edition
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461421481
ISBN
9781461421481
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.48

hardcover. Features an essentially didactic approach to the treatment of the development of atomic clocks, focusing on clocks based on quantum resonance at optical frequency in individual ions confined in miniature electromagnetic traps. Num Pages: 482 pages, 234 black & white illustrations, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer United States
Edition
2nd ed. 2007
Number of pages
482
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387695334
ISBN
9780387695334
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.67

Paperback. Aimed at students and researchers in geophysics, astronomy, and astrophysics, this book reports on the timely Earth Observing System (EOS) Program's range of scientific investigations, observational capabilities, data and information system, and educational activities. Editor(s): Asrar, Ghassem; Dozier, Jeff. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB; PHVG; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 7. Weight in Grams: 244.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
American Institute of Physics United States
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563961984
ISBN
9781563961984
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.87

Paperback. Editor(s): Skobel Tsyn, D. V. Series: The Lebedev Physics Institute Series. Num Pages: 171 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 10. Weight in Grams: 457.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1966
Number of pages
171
Condition
New
SKU
V9781489947789
ISBN
9781489947789
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.00

Hardcover. Observing Photons in Space Editor(s): Huber, Martin C. E.; Culhane, J. L.; Pauluhn, Anuschka; Timothy, J. Gethyn; Wilhelm, Klaus; Zehnder, Alex. Series: ISSI Scientific Report Series. Num Pages: 747 pages, 313 black & white illustrations, 32 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PGC; PGG; PNFS; RGW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1398.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2nd ed. 2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461478034
ISBN
9781461478034
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.08

Paperback. Software Systems for Astronomy Series: Springerbriefs in Astronomy. Num Pages: 95 pages, 20 black & white illustrations, 18 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 183.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2014th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461470571
ISBN
9781461470571
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.05

Paperback. As 'distributed' astronomical projects multiply, this text on how to produce professional-quality space imaging will be welcome to many amateurs equipped with today's powerful telescopy. It offers a thorough grounding in the scientific principles and methods. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 333 pages, 51 black & white illustrations, 46 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
361
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461451723
ISBN
9781461451723
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.93
€ 47.61

Hardback. This book presents tools of integrated modeling together with concepts of ground-based telescopes. It also describes modeling of optical systems, structures, wavefront control systems with emphasis on segmented mirror control and active and adaptive optics. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 560 pages, 270 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGC; PGG; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 164 x 37. Weight in Grams: 962.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2011
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461401483
ISBN
9781461401483
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.39

Hardback. Here is an overview of the balloon-borne Sunrise telescope project of 2009, which collected measurements of the magnetic structure of the solar atmosphere on its intrinsic spatial and temporal scales. Includes a detailed account of Sunrise's instrumentation. Editor(s): Barthol, Peter. Num Pages: 126 pages, 6 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PGS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 361.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441997739
ISBN
9781441997739
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.16

Hardback. With an emphasis on aperture synthesis as well as the effects of turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere and techniques developed to overcome image degradation, this book covers all the fundamentals of stellar interferometry and includes dozens of illustrations. Series: Astronomy and Astrophysics Library. Num Pages: 489 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
489
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441957092
ISBN
9781441957092
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 76.51

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