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The Sky Is Your Laboratory: Advanced Astronomy Projects for Amateurs

Name: The Sky Is Your Laboratory: Advanced Astronomy Projects for Amateurs
Brand: Praxis Publications Inc
SKU: 9780387718224
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Contributors:

Robert Buchheim

Publisher:

Praxis Publications Inc

Binding:

Paperback

Book Category:

Science, Nature

Book Subcategory:

Space Science, Star Observation, Experiments & Projects

Book Topic:

Astronomy

Edition Description:

2007 Edition

Series:

Springer Praxis Books

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Release Date:

2007-07-31

ISBN 13:

9780387718224

Weight:

1.4 lbs

Size:

9.50 x 7.27 x 0.69 inches

Pages:

302

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Description

This book is for experienced amateur astronomers who are ready to take a new step in their astronomical journey and use their skills to help farther advance science. Written by an astronomer who is well known amongst the amateur and professional community for the skill and quality of his work, this book describes a wide range of research areas where amateurs can gather new scientific data that is then utilized by professional astronomers. For each research area, the book provides a concise explanation of the purpose and value of the amateurs' observations, a description of the equipment that is needed, specific observing procedures, complete data reduction instructions, and an explanation of how, and where, to submit results so that they will be available to the professional users.

About the Author

Mr. Buchheim received his first telescope when he was about 10 years old, and he has been interested in the stars ever since. He received his BS degree in Physics from Arizona State University and has completed a Program Management Course at Defense Systems Management College as well as UCLA Executive Program 88-1. He has published a number of articles and is the inventor of the "Rotary-Acting Pilot Valve." He currently lives and works in California.