Faint Objects and How to Observe Them [[electronic resource] /] / by Brian Cudnik |
Autore | Cudnik Brian |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (255 p.) |
Disciplina | 522.2 |
Collana | Astronomers' Observing Guides |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy Astronomy, Observations and Techniques Popular Science in Astronomy |
Soggetto genere / forma | Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
ISBN |
1-283-62176-2
9786613934215 1-4419-6757-5 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Preface -- Pushing the Envelope in Visual Astronomical Observations -- Part I: The Physical Nature of Faint Objects -- Chapter 1: The Astronomical Surveys -- Chapter 2: The Astronomers Behind the Historical Surveys -- Chapter 3: The Nature of Star Clusters and Nebulae -- Chapter 4: The Nature of Galaxies and Galaxy Clusters -- Chapter 5: The Nature of Quasars and Other Exotics -- Chapter 6: Ground-and Space-Based Observations of the Most Distant Parts of the Universe -- Part II: How to Observe Faint Objects -- Chapter 7: General Guidelines for Observing Faint Objects -- Chapter 8: Preparation and the Observing Session -- Chapter 9: Some Suggested Observing Projects -- Chapter 10: Suggested Projects by Survey and Source -- Chapter 11: Recording Your Observations and Other Tips to Help You Stick with the Program -- Chapter 12: Citizen Science Activities and Searching for Supernovae -- A Few Final Thoughts -- Appendix A: References and Footnotes -- Appendix B: Glossary -- Appendix C: Resources Useful for the Observation of Faint Objects -- Appendix D: Observing Software -- Appendix E: Astronomical League Observing Clubs -- Appendix F: How to Find More Observing Lists of Faint Objects -- Index. |
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The First Galaxies [[electronic resource] ] : Theoretical Predictions and Observational Clues / / edited by Tommy Wiklind, Bahram Mobasher, Volker Bromm |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | Berlin, Heidelberg : , : Springer Berlin Heidelberg : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (433 p.) |
Disciplina |
523.1
523.112 |
Collana | Astrophysics and Space Science Library |
Soggetto topico |
Astronomy
Astrophysics Observations, Astronomical Astronomy—Observations Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology Astronomy, Observations and Techniques |
ISBN |
1-283-94542-8
3-642-32362-6 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Part I The First Sources of Light -- Chapter 1 The Basic Theoretical Framework -- Chapter 2 The Epoch of Reionization -- Chapter 3 The First Stars -- Part II The First Galaxies and Normal Stellar Populations -- Chapter 4 Formation of the First Galaxies: Theory and Simulations -- Chapter 5 Observing the First Galaxies -- Chapter 6 The Formation of the First Massive Black Holes -- Part III Tools & Techniques -- Chapter 7 Evolutionary Synthesis Models as a Tool and Guide Towards the First Galaxies -- Chapter 8 Exploring the Universe with Metal-Poor Stars -- Chapter 9 The Potential Impact of Future Observatories. |
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The Great Refractor of Meudon Observatory [[electronic resource] /] / by Audouin Dollfus |
Autore | Dollfus Audouin |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (155 p.) |
Disciplina | 522.1944364 |
Collana | Astrophysics and Space Science Library |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Physics Astronomy, Observations and Techniques History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics |
ISBN | 1-4614-7288-1 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | The largest telescope in Europe -- The project. Realization. The dome -- Optics. The frame. The bezel -- Use. Renovations -- Observations, discoveries -- The first observations. Photography (from 1898 to 1904) -- The beginnings of spectroscopy (1898 to 1904) -- Revelations of the planets (from 1909 to 1935) -- The polarization of light (from 1924 to 1929) -- The explosions of stars. High magnification (1935 to 1956) -- Double stars. Returning to the planets (from 1956 to 1973) -- Half service to science (1973 to 1990). |
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Habitability of Other Planets and Satellites [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Jean-Pierre de Vera, Joseph Seckbach |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | Dordrecht : , : Springer Netherlands : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (432 p.) |
Disciplina | 576.839 |
Collana | Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology |
Soggetto topico |
Microbial ecology
Ecology Astrobiology Space sciences Observations, Astronomical Astronomy—Observations Geology Microbial Ecology Ecology Space Sciences (including Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Exploration and Astronautics) Astronomy, Observations and Techniques |
ISBN | 94-007-6546-0 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Foreword -- Preface -- Introduction -- List of Authors and Their Addresses -- Acknowledgements -- Part 1: PARAMETERS FOR HABITABILITY, HABITABLE ZONES AND LIFE: ENERGY, LIQUID SOLVENT, INFORMATION -- The Habitable Zone: Basic Concepts -- Exoplanets: Criteria for Their Habitability and Possible Biospheres -- The Habitable Zone and The Generalized Greenhouse Effect -- The Influence of UV Radiation on Exoplanets’ Habitability -- Factors of Planetary Habitability -- Bio-relevant microscopic liquid subsurface water in planetary surfaces? -- Part 2: IMPACT CRATERS AND THE EVOLUTION OF LIFE -- Organic molecules in lunar ice: a window to the early evolution of life on Earth -- Part 3: FIELD STUDIES IN PLANETARY ANALOGS, SIMULATIONS AND SPACE EXPERIMENTS WITH RELEVANCE TO HABITABILITY -- Experimental simulation of possible origins of life (Conceptual and Practical Issues) -- Simulation and measurement of extraterrestrial conditions for experiments on habitability with respect to Mars -- The Role of Terrestrial Analogs in the Exploration of The Habitability of Martian Evaporitic Environments -- Part 4: SEARCH FOR HABITABLE WORLDS IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM AND BEYOND -- Microbial scale habitability on Mars -- Interior and surface dynamics of terrestrial bodies and their implications for the habitability -- Exoplanets and habitability -- Part 5: ALTERNATIVES TO EARTH-LIKE LIFE -- Extremophiles on Alien Worlds: What Types of Organismic Adaptations are Feasible on Other Planetary Bodies -- Brown Dwarfs and Black Smokers. The Potential for Photosynthesis using Radiation from Low-Temperature Black Bodies -- Part 6: APPLICATION OF EXISTING TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE DETECTION OF HABITABLE PLANETS AND THE SEARCH FOR LIFE -- Detection of Habitable Planets and The Search for Life -- Raman Spectral Signatures in the Biogeological Record: An Astrobiological Challenge -- Application of Raman Spectroscopy as In Situ Technology for the Search for Life -- Part 7: FUTURE SPACE MISSIONS FOR LIFE DETECTION -- Habitability on Kepler worlds: Are Moons Relevant? -- Clean In-Situ Subsurface Exploration of Icy Environments in the Solar System -- Part 8: SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS -- Theoretically possible habitable Worlds – but soon will we get answers by observations? -- Subject Index -- Author Index. |
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Laboratory Experiments in Physics for Modern Astronomy [[electronic resource] ] : With Comprehensive Development of the Physical Principles / / by Leslie M. Golden |
Autore | Golden Leslie M |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (585 p.) |
Disciplina | 520.724 |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy Astrophysics Astronomy, Observations and Techniques Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology |
ISBN | 1-4614-3311-8 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | PART I TOOLS OF THE ASTRONOMER -- Introduction -- A Review of Mathematical Concepts and Tools -- A Review of Graphing Techniques -- The Optics of Telescopes, I. Image Size and Brightness -- The Optics of Telescopes, II. Magnification and Chromatic Aberration -- PART II. THE SOLAR SYSTEM -- Introduction -- Earth, The Seasons and Local Latitude -- The Surface Roughness of the Moon, Reflection and Scattering from a Planetary Surface I. Surface Materials -- The Surface Roughness of the Moon, Reflection and Scattering from a Planetary Surface II. Beads and Surface Coverage -- The Formation of Impact Craters -- Determination of the Rotation Rate of Planets and Asteroids by Radar, I. Observations of Mercury -- Determination of the Rotation Rate of Planets and Asteroids by Radar, II. Observations of Simulated Planets -- The Orbit of Venus -- Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion -- The Galilean Satellites of Jupiter -- Thermal Radiation from a Planetary Subsurface, I. Calibration and Initial Measurements -- Thermal Radiation from a Planetary Subsurface, II. Soil Sample Measurements -- The Microwave Phase Effect of the Moon -- PART III. MEASURING THE STARS AND BEYOND -- Introduction -- Blackbody Radiation -- The Surface Temperature and Energy Output of the Sun -- The Theory of Atomic Spectra: The Balmer Lines .- Discovering the Nature of Objects in Space: Kirchhoff's Laws of Radiation -- Appendices -- Index. |
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Golden Leslie M
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Le costellazioni al binocolo [[electronic resource] ] : Trecento oggetti celesti da riconoscere ed esplorare / / by Bojan Kambic |
Autore | Kambic Bojan |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | Milano : , : Springer Milan : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (331 p.) |
Disciplina | 522 |
Collana | Le Stelle |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy, Observations and Techniques |
ISBN |
1-283-93194-X
88-470-2709-8 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | ita |
Nota di contenuto | Tutto sui binocoli -- Un po' di meccanica celeste -- Tanti Soli lontani -- Oggetti non stellari -- Modelli -- Come prepararsi alle sessioni osservative -- Da Andromeda al Bovaro -- Dal Bulino al Dragone -- Dall'Eridano alla Lira -- Dal Microscopio alla Poppa -- Dalla Freccia alla Volpetta. |
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Le Verrier—Magnificent and Detestable Astronomer [[electronic resource] /] / by James Lequeux |
Autore | Lequeux James |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (347 p.) |
Disciplina | 520.92 |
Altri autori (Persone) | SheehanWilliam <1954-> |
Collana | Astrophysics and Space Science Library |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations History Physics Astronomy, Observations and Techniques History of Science History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics |
Soggetto non controllato |
Physics
Astronomy, Observations and Techniques History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics |
ISBN |
1-299-40825-7
1-4614-5565-0 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | The young years (1811-1845) -- Neptune’s discovery (1845-1846) -- Waiting for the Paris Observatory (1847-1843) -- Director of the Observatory (1844-1870) -- The dictator -- The fall (1870-1872) -- The second reign (1873-1877) -- Longitudes via telegraph -- The creator of European meteorology -- Le Verrier’s heritage. |
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Lessons from the Masters [[electronic resource] ] : Current Concepts in Astronomical Image Processing / / edited by Robert Gendler |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (391 p.) |
Disciplina | 530 |
Collana | The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy Optical data processing Photography Astronomy, Observations and Techniques Popular Science in Astronomy Image Processing and Computer Vision |
Soggetto genere / forma | Popular works. |
ISBN | 1-4614-7834-0 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Theory of Astronomical Imaging -- Bringing Out Small Scale Structure -- Color Amplification -- Wide-field Constellation Imaging and Bringing Out Faint Large Scale Structure -- Narrowband Imaging -- Wide-field Imaging – Strategies for Processing Light Contaminated Data -- High Resolution Planetary and Lunar Imaging -- Deep-Sky Imaging –Workflow 1 -- Deep-Sky Imaging – Workflow 2 -- Nightscape Imaging -- Deep-Sky Imaging – Workflow 3 -- Eclipse Imaging and Processing of the Solar Corona -- Solar Imaging -- Aesthetics and Composition in Deep Sky Imaging -- High Dynamic Range Processing -- Cosmetics: Noise Reduction and Blemish Repair -- Hybrid Imaging. . |
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Observer’s Guide to Star Clusters [[electronic resource] /] / by Mike Inglis |
Autore | Inglis Mike |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (294 p.) |
Disciplina | 523.80223 |
Collana | The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy Astronomy, Observations and Techniques Popular Science in Astronomy |
ISBN | 1-4614-7567-8 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Introduction to Star Clusters -- How to observe and image star clusters -- How to use the star maps -- Constellations A-Z. |
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Observing the Sun [[electronic resource] ] : A Pocket Field Guide / / by Jamey L. Jenkins |
Autore | Jenkins Jamey L |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2013.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New York, NY : , : Springer New York : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2013 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (255 p.) |
Disciplina | 523.7 |
Collana | Astronomer's Pocket Field Guide |
Soggetto topico |
Observations, Astronomical
Astronomy—Observations Astronomy Astronomy, Observations and Techniques Popular Science in Astronomy |
ISBN | 1-4614-8015-9 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | The Sun is a Star -- Observe the Sun -- Identify Solar Features -- Record Your Observations. |
Record Nr. | UNINA-9910438111903321 |
Jenkins Jamey L
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