The new pier pads have been completed and the telescope mount re-assembled. I was able to spend a few hours recalibrating and realigning the scope this past Monday. First new photos will be attempted this weekend.
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Night Sky Observatory Build - Day 14 and 15
Day 14, August 29th, the dome assembly was completed - stainless steel track plates were screwed to the bottom flange of the dome to provide...
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Like in any tech field, advancements in technology, tools, and processes keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and astrophotograph...
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Today, March 23, 2026, marks the official beginning of the construction of NightSky Observatory at the Mangieri residence. OK, earlier this...
why is the pad set up for true north
ReplyDeleteThis is the typical orientation for a German Equatorial mount on a tri-leg (or tripod) pier.
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