Title: A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy (Practical Astronomy Handbooks, Series Number 8)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 1997
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0521590639
ISBN 13: 9780521590631
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1. Auflage
Condition: Gut bis sehr gut

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High-performance charged-couple device (CCD) cameras have opened up an exciting new window on the Universe for amateur astronomers. This book provides a complete, self-contained guide to choosing and using CCD cameras. Beginning with a no-nonsense introduction to CCD cameras, the authors explain what determines camera performance and demonstrate how to use a CCD camera and accurately calibrate the images obtained. The book also presents a clear review of the software available for visualizing, analyzing and processing digital images. Finally, the authors navigate a series of key areas in astronomy where astronomers can make the best use of CCD cameras. This handy volume is packed with practical tips. It provides a clear introduction to CCD astronomy for novices and an indispensable reference for more experienced amateur astronomers.

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High-performance CCD cameras have opened up an exciting new window on the Universe for amateur astronomers. This book provides a complete, self-contained guide to choosing and using CCD cameras. We are shown how a CCD camera works, what determines its performance, what software is available for visualising, analysing and processing the images we obtain, and what areas of astronomy to use it to best effect.This handy volume is packed with practical tips. It provides a clear introduction to CCD astronomy for novices and an indispensable reference for more experienced amateur astronomers.

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