The 1970’s started with the fanfare of Apollo’s 11 and 12 of 1969. However, Apollo 11, particularly , was a political statement to show the United States technological superiority and to fulfil President Kennedy’s vision of in 1962. NASA by this time had felt comfortable about sending a manned mission to the Moon. But in…
Global Lunar Exploration: A Collaborative Leap Toward a Moon Base and Beyond Since the turn of the 21st century, the number of countries and organizations, including the European Space Agency (ESA), embarking on lunar missions has surged. Many of these missions focus on surveying areas of the Moon that could eventually support a Moon base,…
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Now you have a taste of what Astronomy is all about you will start to consider whether you want to buy a telescope or a pair of binoculars. It’s at this point my suggestion is to buy a pair of binoculars first, about 10 x 60 is adequate. I say this is you can learn…
A Winter Constellation and the ‘Winter Hexagon’ Asterism Today, with Exploring The Night Sky we visit one of the most recognizable winter constellations in the night sky, The constellation of Orion. Orion – A Winter Constellation and the ‘Winter Hexagon’ Asterism Orion (left of centre) as seen on a dark night away from city lights….
In this post we will look at The Big Dipper and it’s various asterisms and pointers in the night sky. This asterism is easily defined and can be easily found. Once found you will never forget it.Some objects mentioned may only be seen by people with binoculars, but they will be few. I will also…
Why Joining an Astronomy Society is a Must for Stargazers Astronomy societies might be the coolest clubs you’ve never heard of. These organizations unite people with a shared fascination for the cosmos, offering opportunities to explore the night sky, deepen your knowledge, and connect with like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you’re new to stargazing or a seasoned…
Galileo Galilei was born in 1564 in the city of Pisa. His father was a accomplished musician and Galileo would himself, become one under the tutelage of his father. He became a pivotal figure in the Renaissance Period that was slowly taking on the established teachings in Europe of the time. The city of Pisa was one of…
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The signs of the Zodiac go back many millennia. It’s his history is lost in pre history when peoples used them to tell stories and and in their religious beliefs. The constellations may have had different names than have today but the science of Astronomy and the beliefs of Astrology are intertwined. Not until the…
