How to Collimate a Telescope
In order for your telescope to work to its maximum accuracy and efficiency, you will have to give some attention to its optics. One of the most important steps (if … Read more
Astronomy
Pisces Constellation Facts
Pisces is a northern sky constellation and the 14th largest constellation in the sky. The name Pisces is the Latin plural for fish. The vernal equinox is currently located in … Read more
Aquarius Constellation Facts
Aquarius is part of the zodiac and is located in the southern hemisphere. It is found in a part of the sky nicknamed the Sea. This region is so named … Read more
Capricornus Constellation Facts, History & Stars
Capricornus is a southern sky constellation best recognized as being part of the zodiac. Contrary to popular belief, Capricornus is not represented by a goat, but rather a sea-goat: a … Read more
Ophiuchus Constellation Facts
Ophiuchus wasn’t always a popular or talked about constellation, but it’s a treat for amateur astronomers to explore. It is rising in prominence due to its size, position, and notable … Read more
Scorpius Constellation Facts, History and Mythology
Scorpius is by far one of the most easily recognizable constellations in the night sky. It is also one of the most prominent constellations of the zodiac, and has been … Read more
Best Home Planetarium Projector
Did you ever take a field trip to a planetarium and just think how cool it would be to own your own? Well, I have, and today I have a … Read more
Libra Constellation Facts, History and Mythology
Libra is a constellation of the zodiac visible generally from May through August in the Northern Hemisphere, and April through September in the Southern Hemisphere. The name Libra comes from … Read more
Virgo Constellation Facts, History and Mythology
Virgo is one of the constellations of the zodiac in astronomy. Virgo is not one of the constellations that looks like what it represents – a maiden in this case– … Read more
VY Canis Majoris Star Facts
VY Canis Majoris (VY CMa) stands out as one of the most extreme stars in the Milky Way. VY CMa is found in the constellation Canis Major and lies some … Read more
Rigel Star Facts
The hunter constellation Orion heralds the changing of seasons across the globe. As it rises, so does one of the brightest stars in the sky: Rigel. The blue-white gem is … Read more
Leo Constellation Facts, History & Mythology
Leo is one of the most ancient and recognizable of all the constellations. It was recognized by Ptolemy in the 2nd century and was included in his list of 48 … Read more