A Newtonian Time-Machine-to-the-Stars
Posted: October 3, 2010 Filed under: 8" AT8IN, accessory manufacturers, American Astronomical Society, Astronomical Societies, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Astronomy Technologies, fast focal ratio Newtonian telescopes, telescope accessories, telescope mounts, telescopes | Tags: 8" Astronomy Technologies AT8IN, astronomy, Fast-focal-ratio telescopes, Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time, Newtonian telescopes, telescopes, time machine to the stars Leave a comment »
This Newtonian is the perfect time-machine-to-the-stars
Fast-focal-ratio Newtonian telescopes are known for a wide field of view ideal for spectacular wide field deep space observing or high contrast views and images of the solar system. The 8″ Astronomy Technologies AT8IN is perfect for taking pictures of spectacular celestial objects from your backyard or favorite dark sky spot. A good choice for your first time-machine-to-the-stars, or as a gift for a young mind looking to expand horizons, the Astronomy Technologies AT8IN includes features that will impress the professional astronomer. Mirrors with a 91 percent enhanced reflectivity, a tube optimized with internal baffles for improved image contrast, a built-in cooling fan, a 2″ dual-speed Crayford focuser, and an 8×50 finderscope in a quick release bracket are all included, for the relatively small price of $449. Just add a suitable mount and you have a time-machine-to-the-stars ideal for a “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time”.
Astronomy Technologies Breaks the Price Barrier on Ritchey-Chretien Telescopes
Posted: October 2, 2010 Filed under: 10-inch f/8 AT10RC, American Astronomical Society, Astronomical Societies, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Astronomy Technologies, entertainment, National Solar Observatory, Ritchey- Chretien Cassegrain reflectors, Royal Astronomical Society, telescopes | Tags: 10-inch f/8 AT10RC, amateur astronomers, Astronomy Technologies, Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time, professional telescope, Ritchey- Chretien Cassegrain reflectors, superb photographic telescope, time machine to the stars Leave a comment »
Professional grade telescope for the dedicated amateur
Ritchey-Chretien Cassegrain reflectors are the preferred professional telescope that amateur astronomers often avoid due to the financial investment required for this kind of time-machine-to-the-stars. Astronomy Technologies has re-written the history books and broken the price barrier on professional grade Ritchey-Chretien Cassegrain reflectors this year, with three new affordable Ritchey-Chretien telescopes, perfect for the amateur astronomer or young adventurer heading out on a “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time”. The 10-inch f/8 AT10RC is a superb photographic telescope, with premium features like quartz mirrors, a dual-speed Crayford-style focuser, dielectric mirror coatings, two dovetail mounting rails, and three built-in cooling fans.
For the Space Traveller Constantly on the Go
Posted: October 2, 2010 Filed under: asteroids, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Astronomy Technologies, entertainment, NASA, Sol, telescope accessories, telescope mounts, telescopes, The Earth, the Milky Way galaxy, the planets, the solar system, the Universe, Voyager alt-azimuth mount | Tags: astronomy, Astronomy Technologies, Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time, telescope accessories, telescopes, Voyager alt-azimuth mount Leave a comment »
The perfect base for your time machine to the stars
Space travellers are always on the go and being able to quickly move from spot to spot can be the difference between the great view and the one the rest of your astronomy buddies are talking about seeing. For the star traveller on a “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” constantly on the move, Astronomy Technologies Voyager alt-azimuth mount is the perfect base for your time machine to the stars. All you need to do is place your telescope’s Vixen-style dovetail bar in the Voyager’s matching cradle on the altitude axis, tighten the thumbscrews provided, and your time machine to the stars is ready to blast off on your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time”. The axes of the Voyager are engineered and designed to smoothly move in all directions, with telescopes weighing up to 20 pounds (9.1 kilograms) mounted into place. Adjustable slip clutches enable you to point your time machine to the stars to any region of time and space in the night sky you select for your Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time, and then manually track a celestial object using dual slow-motion controls.
This eye-piece tray is designed to be used with the Voyager mount
This extension tube will come in handy for certain views
A Moderately Priced Time Machine to the Stars is Available
Posted: October 2, 2010 Filed under: apochromatic refractors, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Astronomy Technologies, AT106LE 4.2 inch apochromatic refractor, Earth, entertainment, NASA, Sol, telescope manufacturers, telescopes, The Earth, the Milky Way galaxy, the planets, the solar system, the Universe | Tags: apochromatic refractors, astronomy, astronomy accessories, Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time, refractors, telescopes, time machine to the stars Leave a comment »
Apochromatic refractors are in the price range of amateur astronomers
Amateur astronomers during the past decade have had the opportunity to use moderately priced apochromatic refractors that just a few years ago were out of their price range. One of the finest 4-inch apochromatic refractors available for amateur astronomers, the 4.2-inch f/6.5 AT106LE from Astronomy Technologies combines outstanding optical performance thanks to a triple objective, and engineering and design in tune with more expensive telescopes from a few years ago. Within the AT106LE, a FPL-53ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element decreases false color, while a dual-speed 2″ Crayford focuser, retractable dew shade and aluminum storage case complete the ensemble of a top-shelf telescope, without the sticker shock buyers normally associate with apochromatic refractors.
