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Long used in undergraduate and introductory graduate courses,
Astrophysical Techniques, Seventh Edition provides an accessible
yet comprehensive account of the innovate instruments, detectors,
and techniques employed in astronomy and astrophysics. Emphasizing
the underlying unity of all astronomical observations, this popular
textbook provides a coherent state-of-the-art account of the
instruments and techniques used in current astronomy and
astrophysics. Fully updated throughout, this seventh edition builds
upon the sixth edition, covering improved techniques and
cutting-edge methods in the field, as well as other exciting new
developments in gravitational waves, dark matter and energy, the
use of photonics, and astronomy education and outreach, in addition
to further detailed discussions on the latest scientific
instruments and individual detectors. The book is written in a very
accessible manner, and most of the mathematics is accessible to
those who have attended a mathematics course in their final years
at school. Nevertheless, the treatment of the topics in general is
at a sufficiently high level to be of use to those professionals
seeking technical information in areas of astronomy with which they
might not be completely familiar. Key Features: Details the
instrumentation and theory of astronomical observations, including
radio waves, gamma rays, cosmic rays, neutrinos, gravitational
waves and dark matter and energy and more Presents the background
theory and operating practice of state-of-the-art detectors and
instruments Fully updated to contain the latest technology and
research developments
Interest in and knowledge of the techniques utilised to investigate
our solar system has been growing rapidly for decades and has now
reached a stage of maturity. Therefore, the time has now arrived
for a book that provides a cohesive and coherent account of how we
have obtained our present knowledge of solar system objects, not
including the Sun. Remote and Robotic Investigations of the Solar
System covers all aspects of solar system observations: the
instruments, their theory, and their practical use both on Earth
and in space. It explores the state-of-the-art telescopes, cameras,
spacecraft and instruments used to analyse the interiors, surfaces,
atmospheres and radiation belts of solar system objects, in
addition to radio waves, gamma rays, cosmic rays and neutrinos.
This book would be ideal for university students undertaking
physical science subjects and professionals working in the field,
in addition to amateur astronomers and anyone interested in
learning more about our local astronomical neighbours.
Long used in undergraduate and introductory graduate courses,
Astrophysical Techniques, Seventh Edition provides an accessible
yet comprehensive account of the innovate instruments, detectors,
and techniques employed in astronomy and astrophysics. Emphasizing
the underlying unity of all astronomical observations, this popular
textbook provides a coherent state-of-the-art account of the
instruments and techniques used in current astronomy and
astrophysics. Fully updated throughout, this seventh edition builds
upon the sixth edition, covering improved techniques and
cutting-edge methods in the field, as well as other exciting new
developments in gravitational waves, dark matter and energy, the
use of photonics, and astronomy education and outreach, in addition
to further detailed discussions on the latest scientific
instruments and individual detectors. The book is written in a very
accessible manner, and most of the mathematics is accessible to
those who have attended a mathematics course in their final years
at school. Nevertheless, the treatment of the topics in general is
at a sufficiently high level to be of use to those professionals
seeking technical information in areas of astronomy with which they
might not be completely familiar. Key Features: Details the
instrumentation and theory of astronomical observations, including
radio waves, gamma rays, cosmic rays, neutrinos, gravitational
waves and dark matter and energy and more Presents the background
theory and operating practice of state-of-the-art detectors and
instruments Fully updated to contain the latest technology and
research developments
A concise introduction, Optical Astronomical Spectroscopy appeals
to the newcomer of astronomical spectroscopy and assumes no
previous specialist knowledge. Beginning from the physical
background of spectroscopy with a clear explanation of energy
levels and spectroscopic notation, the book proceeds to introduce
the main techniques of optical spectroscopy and the range of
instrumentation that is available. With clarity and directness, it
then describes the applications of spectroscopy in modern
astronomy, such as the solar system, stars, nebulae, the
interstellar medium, and galaxies, giving an immediate appeal to
beginners.
A concise introduction, Optical Astronomical Spectroscopy appeals
to the newcomer of astronomical spectroscopy and assumes no
previous specialist knowledge. Beginning from the physical
background of spectroscopy with a clear explanation of energy
levels and spectroscopic notation, the book proceeds to introduce
the main techniques of optical spectroscopy and the range of
instrumentation that is available. With clarity and directness, it
then describes the applications of spectroscopy in modern
astronomy, such as the solar system, stars, nebulae, the
interstellar medium, and galaxies, giving an immediate appeal to
beginners.
Journeys to the Ends of the Universe presents a tour through the
universe from the big bang onward. The book explores the limits of
knowledge where scientific fact overtakes and merges with the
wilder speculations of science fiction. The beginnings of galaxies,
stars, planets, and even life itself are related back to the
raveled turmoil of the first few seconds and years of life in the
cosmos. The journey continues past the ultimate fate of the solar
system to probe the nature of supernovae. The future of galaxies,
clusters of galaxies, super-clusters of clusters of galaxies, and
so on leads toward the finale, where the author provides some
bizarre musings of physicists and astronomers, suggesting possible
destinies for the universe stretching its present age billions of
times into the future.
Telescopes and Techniques has proved itself in its first edition,
having become probably one of the most widely used astronomy texts,
both for numerate amateur astronomers and for astronomy and
astrophysics undergraduates. The first and second editions of the
book were widely used as set texts for introductory practical
astronomy courses in many universities.
This book guides the reader through the mathematics, physics and
practical techniques needed to use telescopes (from small amateur
models to the larger instruments installed in many colleges) and to
observe objects in the sky. Mathematics to around Advanced
Placement standard (US) or A level (UK) is assumed, although High
School Diploma (US) or GCSE-level (UK) mathematics plus some basic
trigonometry will suffice most of the time. Most of the physics and
engineering involved is described fully and requires no prior
knowledge or experience.
This is a how to book that provides the knowledge and background
required to understand how and why telescopes work. Equipped with
the techniques discussed in this book, the observer will be able to
operate with confidence his or her telescope and to optimize its
performance for a particular purpose. In principle the observer
could calculate his or her own predictions of planetary positions
(ephemerides), but more realistically the observer will be able to
understand the published data lists properly instead of just
treating them as recipes. When the observer has obtained
measurements, he/she will be able to analyze them in a scientific
manner and to understand the significance and meaning of the
results.
Telescopes and Techniques, 3rd Edition fills a niche at the start
of an undergraduate astronomer s university studies, as shown by it
having been widely adopted as a set textbook. This third edition is
now needed to update its material with the many new observing
developments and study areas that have come into prominence since
it was published. The book concentrates on the knowledge needed to
understand how small(ish) optical telescopes function, their main
designs and how to set them up, plus introducing the reader to the
many ways in which objects in the sky change their positions and
how they may be observed. Both visual and electronic imaging
techniques are covered, together with an introduction to how data
(measurements) should be processed and analyzed. A simple
introduction to radio telescopes is also included. Brief coverage
of the most advanced topics of photometry and spectroscopy are
included, but mainly to enable the reader to see some of the
developments possible from the basic observing techniques covered
in the main parts of the book."
This essential and highly-illustrated guide is for anyone taking
their first steps in observational astronomy. It shows what you can
expect to see, helping you get the most from your equipment. This
unique book gives amateurs the guidance and assurance they need to
become more proficient observers.
This could be the first dictionary of astronomy specifically written for practical amateur astronomers. In addition to definitions, it provides an invaluable reference source for terms, techniques, instruments, formulas and processes for practising observers, both amateur and professional. A special feature of this dictionary is extended definitions for many topics; they give sufficient information for many of the techniques and items of instrumentation to be used as well as understood. With over 200 illustrations and extensive appendices, this is an essential reference book for every astronomer.
Journeys to the Ends of the Universe presents a tour through the
universe from the big bang onward. The book explores the limits of
knowledge where scientific fact overtakes and merges with the
wilder speculations of science fiction. The beginnings of galaxies,
stars, planets, and even life itself are related back to the
raveled turmoil of the first few seconds and years of life in the
cosmos. The journey continues past the ultimate fate of the solar
system to probe the nature of supernovae. The future of galaxies,
clusters of galaxies, super-clusters of clusters of galaxies, and
so on leads toward the finale, where the author provides some
bizarre musings of physicists and astronomers, suggesting possible
destinies for the universe stretching its present age billions of
times into the future.
There are many books on finding your way round the night sky, but the Photo-guide to the Constellations is unique in showing photographs of how the sky really looks under a variety of different seeing conditions, from city outskirts to the almost-perfect skies deep in the countryside. Along with a detailed step-by-step guide to "star hopping" and other useful techniques, these make this an invaluable guide for all newcomers to astronomy.
Seeing Stars is written for astronomers, regardless of the depth of their theoretical knowledge, who are taking their first steps in observational astronomy. Chris Kitchin and Bob Forrest - both professional astronomers - take a conducted tour of the night sky and suggest suitable observing programmes for everyone from beginners to experts. How is this book different? We are all familiar with the beautiful images of planets and galaxies obtained by spacecraft and giant telescopes - but what can you really see with a small telescope? What should you expect from a small refractor or reflector? And what is the effect of observing from a site near a city? The answers are all here, with many photographs that will illustrate exactly what can be seen with different instruments (everything from the naked eye to a 300mm telescope) - and from different locations.
Interest in and knowledge of the techniques utilised to investigate
our solar system has been growing rapidly for decades and has now
reached a stage of maturity. Therefore, the time has now arrived
for a book that provides a cohesive and coherent account of how we
have obtained our present knowledge of solar system objects, not
including the Sun. Remote and Robotic Investigations of the Solar
System covers all aspects of solar system observations: the
instruments, their theory, and their practical use both on Earth
and in space. It explores the state-of-the-art telescopes, cameras,
spacecraft and instruments used to analyse the interiors, surfaces,
atmospheres and radiation belts of solar system objects, in
addition to radio waves, gamma rays, cosmic rays and neutrinos.
This book would be ideal for university students undertaking
physical science subjects and professionals working in the field,
in addition to amateur astronomers and anyone interested in
learning more about our local astronomical neighbours.
Astronomers' Universe Series is a new series aimed at active
amateur astronomers but is appropriate to a wider audience of
astronomically-informed readers. The book provides an up-to-date
account of active galaxies. Lists of such objects and their visual
and imaged appearance in commercially available telescopes are an
important component of this book. The book makes sense of the
chaotic and apparently innumerable types of violently active
galaxies. It provides the data and teaches the skills needed for
users of small telescopes to observe and image some of these
"galaxies in turmoil" for themselves.
Exoplanets: Finding, Exploring, and Understanding Alien Worlds
probes the basis for possible answers to the fundamentals questions
asked about these planets orbiting stars other than our Sun. This
book examines what such planets might be like, where they are, and
how we find them. Until around ten years ago, the only planets that
we knew about were within the Solar System. The first genuine
planet beyond the confines of the Solar System was discovered only
1988. Since then another 350 or so exoplanets have been detected by
various methods, and most of these haven been found in the last ten
years. Although many more exoplanets discoveries may be expected to
occur even as this book is being read, a large enough data set is
now available to form the basis for an informed general account of
exoplanets. The topic hence is an extremely "hot" one - all the
more so because the recently launched Kepler spacecraft should soon
start uncovering many more exoplanets, some perhaps comparable with
the Earth (and therefore possibly alternative homes for mankind, if
we could ever reach them). Exoplanets: Finding, Exploring, and
Understanding Alien Life gives a comprehensive, balances, and above
all accurate account of exoplanets.
The birth of a completely new branch of observational astronomy is
a rare and exciting occurrence. For a long time, our theories about
gravitational waves-proposed by Albert Einstein and others more
than a hundred years ago-could never be fully proven, since we
lacked the proper technology to do it. That all changed when, on
September 14, 2015, instruments at the LIGO Observatory detected
gravitational waves for the first time. This book explores the
nature of gravitational waves-what they are, where they come from,
why they are so significant and why nobody could prove they existed
before now. Written in plain language and interspersed with
additional explanatory tutorials, it will appeal to lay readers,
science enthusiasts, physical science students, amateur astronomers
and to professional scientists and astronomers.
The Sun is the closest star to Earth, and the only one we can observe in any sort of detail. As such it is a fascinating field of study, and one that is well-suited to amateur astronomers - the Sun is close enough to need little magnification. It also has the practical advantage, unlike every other astronomical object, of being visible in the daytime!During solar eclipses, there are momentary chances to observe and photograph some spectacular and scientifcally interesting sights.Studying the Sun nonetheless needs specialist knowledge. Safety is paramount, as without the right precautions the heat and light of the Sun would instantly blind the observer. But given the right techniques, the Sun is a rewarding subject for amateur astronomers: in this book, Professor Chris Kitchin provides all the information needed for safe solar observing.
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