what is a motor drive for a telescope?


Posted March 31st, 2009 by admin 2 Comments »
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bbcd asked:


what is a motor drive for a telescope? what is it used for and why are most telescopes that have a motor drive recommended for astrotography?

Should we build another telescope on mauna kea?


Posted March 31st, 2009 by admin 4 Comments »
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chris808costa asked:


On the Big Island in Hawaii they are debating on building another telescope on the mountain. But people are complaining about it. What do you think? Should they put another one?

What kind of telescope would you need to see Saturn real good?


Posted March 31st, 2009 by admin 5 Comments »
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Me asked:


Few days ago I had the chance to look through a good one and it was AWESOME. I’m new to this but don’t want to waste my time with tacky beginner telescopes.

Which is the best telescope for home use?


Posted March 31st, 2009 by admin 4 Comments »
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jassnav asked:


I want to buy a telescope but know nothing from where to buy & what type or kind… Plz help.

Why are there no telescope pictures of the USA flag on the Moon?


Posted March 31st, 2009 by admin 12 Comments »
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notadummyrat asked:


It’s true! Try to find one on the web. You can’t! Why??? Don’t tell me the telescope’s can’t see that far! Hubble can for sure!

what is the technology behind long range hubble space telescope?


Posted March 30th, 2009 by admin 4 Comments »
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severly lethargic asked:


this telescope can see at distances of thousands of light years.how is this possible?

Is the diameter of an astronomical telescope same as its aperture or primary mirror?


Posted March 30th, 2009 by admin 1 Comment »
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falling_starz asked:


I mean, when it says 10-cm telescope does it refer to its aperture (which, I think, is the light collecting area right?) or its the diameter of the primary mirror (for a reflecting telescope)?

how can you see the planets using Meade Jupiter telescope?


Posted March 30th, 2009 by admin 3 Comments »
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LOVER 7717 asked:


I just got my first telescope i can only see a few stars how can i see them closer and see the planets?

Can anyone describe the refracting telescope to me?


Posted March 30th, 2009 by admin 2 Comments »
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Mystic Swordman Lv4 asked:


Can anyone describe the refracting telescope to me?
I need information on the refracting telescope for my school project. Please include a diagram (labeled) and description of how it works. Also, explain its uses in the world, and how are they useful. Finally, include references so I can refer to them later.

What is the best telescope i could buy for under $300-$400?


Posted March 30th, 2009 by admin 1 Comment »
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Mikey asked:


I am looking for a good quality telescope in the price range of 300-400 dollars. i want to be able to view stars, planets, comets when the chance arises any thing anybody really with a telescope is looking for. I really don’t know what to look for in a telescope as i have only owned one telescope in the past when i was about 9 years old comet hale-bop passed through.