ENGLISH

Digital Astrophotography: The State of the Art

By Ratledge D. (Editor)

Book information

Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
8 MB (8908028 bytes)
Pages
\177
Topic
Physics Astronomy
Library
twirpx
Time added
2017-08-07 07:01:42
Физика;Астрономия и астрофизика;Научно-популярная

Description

Springer, 2005. - 184 Pages.The CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) has revolutionised optical astronomy during the past 20 years, and specialised astronomical CCD cameras are now even more affordable, colour is standard, and they provide spectacular results. The Art and Science of CCD Astronomy 2e provides some examples of the best images, and gives readers hints and tips about how to get the best out of this extraordinary technology. Experts in CCD astronomy from North America and Europe have contributed to this book, illustrating their help and advice with many beautiful colour images ? the book is in full colour throughout. Techniques range from using simple webcams to highly technical aspects such as supernovae patrolling. Computer processing, stacking and image-enhancement are detailed, along with many hints and tips from the experts.

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