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 the Latin word meaning “balance” or “scales” which is what the constellation traditionally represents. In fact, lb. – the abbreviation for pound – is an … Read more
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 recommended list of the best home planetarium projectors on the market. I have put each one to the test to find out what is great … Read more
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 known since ancient times. The 2nd Century Greek astronomer Ptolemy had a catalogue of the constellations formally recognized during that era. Scorpius is definitely one of … Read more
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 objects– not to mention its fascinating history that has compelled more people to pay attention to it in recent times. Ophiuchus, which is also sometimes … Read more
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 half goat, half fish creature of Greek mythology. It’s one of the 88 modern constellations and also featured in Ptolemy’s 48 listed constellations. This constellation’s … Read more
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 because of its abundance of water-related constellations including Pisces, Capricornus, Eridanus, and Cetus. Aquarius was cataloged by the 2nd Century Greek astronomer Ptolemy. The constellation is recognized … Read more
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 the constellation Pisces, though it’s slowly moving towards Aquarius. The vernal equinox is one of two dates that mark roughly equal lengths of day and night, … Read more
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 not the most important step) you will have to take is collimating your mirrors. It seems like a complicated, confusing and difficult process from the … Read more