A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy (Paperback, New)

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 start with a no-nonsense introduction to how a CCD camera works and just what determines its performance. We are then shown how to use a CCD camera and calibrate accurately the images we obtain. A clear review is then provided of the software available for visualising, analysing and processing digital images. Finally, we are guided through a series of key areas in astronomy where we can make the best use of our 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.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Practical Astronomy Handbooks
Release date:	November 1997
First published:	1998
Authors:	Patrick Martinez • Alain Klotz
Translators:	Andri Demers
Foreword by:	Pierre Lena
Dimensions:	228 x 153 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	264
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-59950-4
Languages:	English
Subtitles:	French
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Popular astronomy Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Observatories, equipment & methods Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Space travel & exploration
LSN:	0-521-59950-4
Barcode:	9780521599504

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