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Mobberley, Martin |
The New Amateur Astronomer |
I11356 |
2004 |
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Mobberley, Martin |
L'astrofilo moderno |
I07991 |
2007 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
Imaging planetario |
I07875 |
2008 |
eBook |
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| 4 |
Mobberley, Martin |
Cataclysmic Cosmic Events and How to Observe Them |
I06875 |
2009 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
Total Solar Eclipses and How to Observe Them |
I06828 |
2007 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
Lunar and Planetary Webcam User's Guide |
I06338 |
2006 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
The Caldwell Objects and How to Observe Them |
I05925 |
2009 |
eBook |
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| 8 |
Mobberley, Martin |
It Came From Outer Space Wearing an RAF Blazer! |
I05842 |
2013 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
Hunting and Imaging Comets |
I05655 |
2011 |
eBook |
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Mobberley, Martin |
Return to the Far Side of Planet Moore! |
I05473 |
2015 |
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| Title | The New Amateur Astronomer |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2004. |
| Description | X, 229 p. 222 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Amateur astronomy has changed beyond recognition in less than two decades. The reason is, of course, technology. Affordable high-quality telescopes, computer-controlled 'go to' mountings, autoguiders, CCD cameras, video, and (as always) computers and the Internet, are just a few of the advances that have revolutionized astronomy for the twenty-first century. Martin Mobberley first looks at the basics before going into an in-depth study of what???s available commercially. He then moves on to the revolutionary possibilities that are open to amateurs, from imaging, through spectroscopy and photometry, to patrolling for near-earth objects - the search for comets and asteroids that may come close to, or even hit, the earth. The New Amateur Astronomer is a road map of the new astronomy, equally suitable for newcomers who want an introduction, or old hands who need to keep abreast of innovations. From the reviews: "This is one of several dozen books in Patrick Moore's "Practical Astronomy" series. Amid this large family, Mobberley finds his niche: the beginning high-tech amateur. The book's first half discusses equipment: computer-driven telescopes, CCD cameras, imaging processing software, etc. This market is changing every bit as rapidly as the computer world, so these details will be current for only a year or two. The rest of the book offers an overview of scientific projects that serious amateurs are carrying out these days. Throughout, basic formulas and technical terms are provided as needed, without formal derivations. An appendix with useful references and Web sites is also included. Readers will need more than this book if they are considering a plunge into high-tech amateur astronomy, but it certainly will whet their appetites. Mobberley's most valuable advice will save the book's owner many times its cover price: buy a quality telescope from a reputable dealer and install it in a simple shelter so it can be used with as little set-up time as possible. A poor purchase choice and the hassle of setting up are why most fancy telescopes gather dust in their owners' dens. Summing Up: Highly recommended. General readers; lower- and upper-division undergraduates."( T. D. Oswalt, CHOICE, March 2005) |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447106395 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | L'astrofilo moderno |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | Milano, Springer Milan, 2007. |
| Description | IX, 229 pagg : online resource |
| Abstract Note | In meno di due decenni l???astronomia amatoriale ha cambiato volto. Il motivo, naturalmente, ?? il progresso tecnologico. Telescopi economici, ma di alta qualit??, montature "go-to" controllate dal computer, autoguide, camere CCD, videocamere e (come sempre) computer e Internet sono soltanto alcuni degli elementi che hanno rivoluzionato l???astronomia del XXI secolo. Non solo hanno reso l???astronomia amatoriale pi?? "amichevole" e divertente, ma hanno anche ampliato enormemente le potenzialit?? dell???astrofilo. Martin Mobberley dapprima affronta le tematiche di base per poi analizzare in modo approfondito quali sono gli strumenti disponibili sul mercato. Da qui prende le mosse per passare in rassegna le rivoluzionarie possibilit?? che si aprono per gli astrofili, dalla ripresa di immagini, alla spettroscopia, alla fotometria, alla sorveglianza degli oggetti Near-Earth ??? comete e asteroidi che possono avvicinarsi pericolosamente alla Terra. L???astrofilo moderno ?? una valida guida alla nuova astronomia. Sia il neofita che chiede di essere introdotto in questo campo, sia l???astrofilo esperto che voglia tenersi al passo delle innovazioni troveranno in questo libro ci?? che fa per loro |
| ISBN,Price | 9788847005440 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | Imaging planetario : Guida all'uso della webcam |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | Milano, Springer Milan, 2008. |
| Description | XI, 229 pagg : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Le economiche webcam stanno rivoluzionando l???imaging astronomico amatoriale, fornendo un???alternativa conveniente ai CCD raffreddati, quanto meno per i soggetti pi?? luminosi. Le webcam, che costano solo poche decine di euro, sono in grado di realizzare riprese di pi?? alta risoluzione rispetto alle macchine fotografiche digitali grazie alla maggiore velocit?? di scaricamento dell???immagine che "congela" i dettagli planetari, nonostante il disturbo della turbolenta atmosfera terrestre. La loro struttura ?? piuttosto semplice, ed ?? facile rimuovere la lente frontale per utilizzarle in proiezione dell???oculare con un telescopio astronomico. Le webcam si collegano direttamente a un PC, in modo tale che si pu?? utilizzare un apposito software per sommare sequenze di immagini, ottenendo cos?? un notevole miglioramento qualitativo dell???immagine finale. In questo libro, Martin Mobberley introduce l???astrofilo all???uso delle webcam e all???elaborazione digitale delle immagini, mentre fornisce suggerimenti dettagliati per la ripresa del Sole, della Luna e dei pianeti. Ogni oggetto, con le specifiche tecniche di ripresa ed elaborazione, viene trattato in un capitolo a s??. Attraverso le immagini di questo libro, l???astrofilo potr?? rendersi conto di quanto si possa fare applicando una webcam al proprio telescopio! |
| ISBN,Price | 9788847007208 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | Cataclysmic Cosmic Events and How to Observe Them |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | New York, NY, Springer New York, 2009. |
| Description | XVI, 240 p. 100 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | ASTRONOMERS??? OBSERVING GUIDES provide up-to-date information for amateur astronomers who want to know all about what it is they are observing. This is the basis of the first part of the book. The second part details observing techniques for practical astronomers, working with a range of different instruments. This book invites you to observe the most spectacular, high-energy events taking place in the cosmos. Even though these events may occur hundreds, thousands, millions or even billions of light-years away, you can witness them using the naked eye, binoculars, or telescopes. The book covers cataclysmic variable stars (CV???s), novae and dwarf novae, recurrent novae, solar flares, flare stars and prominences as well as the more distant supernovae, hypernovae, blazars, quasars, and gamma ray bursters. There are also sections on photometry, equipment, and software as well as many valuable observing tips based on the author???s own experience viewing these events. For the amateur astronomer who is ready to leave the confines of the Solar System and look out into deep space, this book offers a variety of exciting challenges and suggestions enabling you to contribute real scientific data on high energy outbursts and cataclysmic cosmic events with just your backyard telescope and a bit of know-how |
| ISBN,Price | 9780387799469 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | Total Solar Eclipses and How to Observe Them |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | New York, NY, Springer New York, 2007. |
| Description | XIV, 202 p. 115 illus., 38 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Every total solar eclipse sees cruise ships or coach convoys, and frequently both, conveying to thousands of observers the narrow umbral track, where they can witness this rare and beautiful astronomical event, weather permitting. But for each total solar eclipse you get just a few minutes (or seconds) to make the most of the spectacle, savor it visually, and record the event. You have to get it right first time, which is where Total Solar Eclipses and How to Observe Them comes in. Here is all the information an eclipse chaser needs to ensure a trouble-free expedition. Martin Mobberley explains how to avoid equipment and set-up errors thousands of miles from home, advises on the right equipment to buy for observing and digital SLR imaging, and explains the crucial points to address when traveling abroad with astronomical equipment. The first part of the book contains a wealth of information about total solar eclipses themselves: how and why they happen, related physics of the Sun, the alignment geometries, and, of course, the astronomical features that can only be witnessed when our Moon precisely covers the solar disk |
| ISBN,Price | 9780387698281 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. DATABASE MANAGEMENT
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Observations, Astronomical
8. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | Lunar and Planetary Webcam User's Guide |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2006. |
| Description | XII, 230 p. 80 illus., 20 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Inexpensive webcams are revolutionizing imaging in amateur astronomy by providing an affordable alternative to cooled-chip astronomical CCD cameras, for photographing the brighter astronomical objects. Webcams ??? costing only a few tens of dollars ??? are capable of more advanced high resolution work than "normal" digital cameras because their rapid image download speed can freeze fine planetary details, even through the Earth's turbulent atmosphere. Also, their simple construction makes it easy to remove the lens, allowing them to be used at high power at the projected focus of an astronomical telescope. Webcams also connect direct to a PC, so that software can be used to "stack" multiple images, providing a stunning increase in image quality. In the Lunar and Planetary Webcam User???s Guide Martin Mobberley de-mystifies the jargon of webcams and computer processing, and provides detailed hints and tips for imaging the Sun, Moon and planets with a webcam. He looks at each observing target separately, describing and explaining all specialised techniques in context. Glance through the images in this book to see just how much you can ??? easily ??? achieve by using a webcam with your telescope! |
| ISBN,Price | 9781846281990 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | The Caldwell Objects and How to Observe Them |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | New York, NY, Springer New York, 2009. |
| Description | XIV, 273 p : online resource |
| Abstract Note | There have been only a handful of famous deep sky "catalogs," including Charles Messier???s, which was the first and remains the most famous. Messier was a comet hunter, and in the late 1700s he published a list of 109 objects in the sky that were not comets. In December 1995, Sky & Telescope published a list of deep sky objects sent to them by British amateur astronomer extraordinare, Sir Patrick Moore (officially, Sir Patrick Caldwell-Moore). It was a huge hit! Sir Patrick may be the most prolific authors of astronomy books for all time and has been presenting the BBC Sky at Night television series since April 1957. Moore???s list contained 109 non-Messier objects that were Patrick???s favorites, many of them visible only in the southern hemisphere. Accompanying the list of objects were long exposure black and white and color photographs of some of these objects. In this book Martin Mobberley, who has known Sir Patrick Moore for many years, describes these objects and tells how to locate them. He discusses the best ways to visually observe them and image them. He also tells a little of Moore???s life and observing practices and how he made his choices for the "catalog." If you???re wanting a challenge for your newly acquired telescope, or are interested in seeing what others have highlighted as some of the greatest sights in the night sky, this book will set you on the path of discovery |
| ISBN,Price | 9781441903266 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics
7. Observations, Astronomical
8. PHYSICS
9. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | It Came From Outer Space Wearing an RAF Blazer! : A Fan's Biography of Sir Patrick Moore |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | Cham, Springer International Publishing, 2013. |
| Description | XXVI, 655 p. 80 illus., 30 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | To British television viewers, the name ???Patrick Moore??? has been synonymous with Astronomy and Space Travel since he first appeared on The Sky at Night in 1957. To amateur astronomers he has been a source of inspiration, joy, humour and even an eccentric role model since that time. Most people know that his 55 years of presenting The Sky at Night is a world record, but what was he really like in person??? What did he do away from the TV cameras, in his observatory, and within the British Astronomical Association, the organisation that inspired him as a youngster? Also, precisely what did he do during the War Years, a subject that has always been shrouded in mystery? Martin Mobberley, a friend of Patrick Moore???s for 30 years, and a former President of the British Astronomical Association, has spent ten years exhaustively researching Patrick???s real life away from the TV cameras. His childhood, RAF service, tireless voluntary work for astronomy and charity and his endless book writing are all examined in detail. His astronomical observations are also examined in unprecedented detail, along with the battles he fought along the way and his hatred of bureaucracy and political correctness. No fan of Sir Patrick Moore can possibly live without this work on their bookshelf! |
| ISBN,Price | 9783319006093 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. Cultural heritage
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
8. SCIENCE EDUCATION
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| Title | Hunting and Imaging Comets |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | New York, NY, Springer New York, 2011. |
| Description | XIV, 394 p. 170 illus., 20 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Of all the objects visible in the night sky, it is the brightest comets that have most fascinated amateur astronomers and alarmed the human population. No other objects can stretch as far across the sky as the tail of a truly great comet, or be as easily visible as a zero-magnitude ???broom star.??? In recent times amateur astronomers have made some surprising discoveries, including the comets Hale-Bopp and Hyakutake, while also playing a critical role in detecting the comets that hit Jupiter in 1994 and 2009. It was also an amateur astronomer??that first spotted the dazzling October 2007 outburst of 17P/Holmes. Discovering a comet has always been the greatest prize for the amateur astronomer ??? the chance to truly ???write your name across the sky.??? Remarkably, despite routine professional CCD surveys, many amateurs worldwide still discover comets in the 21st century. In Hunting and Imaging Comets Martin Mobberley, an active comet imager himself, explains how non-professionals have achieved such success. This book describes in precise detail how amateur astronomers can find comets and capture spectacular images of them using modern telescopes, CCDs, and digital SLRs. Mobberley also explains how computer software can be used to measure the positions and brightness magnitudes of comets to a professional standard and how to submit those scientific results to the astronomical community. If you want to search for new comets, or simply observe known ones, this is the book for you! |
| ISBN,Price | 9781441969057 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. Astronomy???Observations
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Observations, Astronomical
7. Popular Science in Astronomy
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| Title | Return to the Far Side of Planet Moore! : Rambling Through Observations, Friendships and Antics of Sir Patrick Moore |
| Author(s) | Mobberley, Martin |
| Publication | Cham, Springer International Publishing, 2015. |
| Description | XIV, 419 p. 201 illus., 116 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | The result of an exhaustive study of Sir Patrick Moore???s observations of the Moon and planets for more than 60 years, this book is a fantastic companion to the extremely popular, ???It Came From Outer Space Wearing an RAF Blazer!??? written by the same author.?? Moore recorded his telescopic observations in his logbooks, which are reproduced and described here in detail, along with his sketches and notes. In this light, the author discusses the factors that caused Moore to switch from lunar observing to planetary and variable star observing.?? He has also included personal recollections and humorous anecdotes from Moore???s friends and acquaintances, as well as a look at his best loved books. Further chapters describe Moore???s foreign travels and correspondence with those back home. Lastly, the author has not neglected a few of Moore???s most memorable television and radio appearances, which are examined along with a close up of what it was like to visit Moore???s beloved home of Farthings in Selsey. Essentially, this is a book written by popular demand from the readers of the author???s original biography, who craved more of Moore! |
| ISBN,Price | 9783319157801 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Popular Science in Astronomy
7. SCIENCE EDUCATION
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