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Archive for September, 2007

Software for Positional Astronomy

Sunday, September 30th, 2007

Software for Positional AstronomyNews, reviews, articles, forums and downloads of astronomy related programs for various platforms.
Shareware Software for AstronomyThis software can visualize the Moon aspect for every date and hour. It permits also to study lunar formations with unique databse and pictures library.
TheSky6 Astronomy SoftwareAvailable in three different Editions: Professional, Serious Astronomer and Student. All […]

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Space exploration: Where 24 men have gone before

Saturday, September 29th, 2007

Space exploration: Where 24 men have gone beforeNature.com - It is also delaying and cancelling space-based science missions in astronomy, planetary science and Earth observation, as The damage was down to a flaw fundamental to the shuttle’s design. During the launch, the leading edge of the wings was below
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Utah Skies Astronomy Resource | The Amateur Astronomer’s

Friday, September 28th, 2007

Utah Skies Astronomy Resource | The Amateur Astronomer’s Resource Lots of astronomy information and […]

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IAU Division I “Fundamental Astronomy” Web Page

Wednesday, September 26th, 2007

IAU Division I “Fundamental Astronomy” Web PageWhat’s New: 2006/11/29: A note by WG NFA chair, N. Capitaine, concerning IAU Resolution 2 was added (see Miscellaneous/News below). 2006/11/07: News from Division I (containing new composition of
Fundamental Astronomy :: University of Sussex Study Abroad Prospectus Physics and astronomy Fundamental Astronomy. Course code: […]

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Stars Above, Earth Below

Monday, September 24th, 2007

Stars Above, Earth BelowPlanetary Society - When I proposed to my publisher my idea for a book connecting astronomy and planetary science in the national parks, their first impression was that this would be a good resource for the amateur astronomy community. However, virtually none
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Super Scopes: The quiet revolution

Sunday, September 23rd, 2007

Super Scopes: The quiet revolution SCIFI.COM - Though still in use today, the 1887 instrument belongs to an almost medieval era in astronomy; it is the largest refractive In fact, in strict bang-for-buck terms, the most powerful observatory in the world may always be the same one favored by
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