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    Astronomy for Everyone
    Astronomy for Everyone
    Astronomy for Everyone
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    Astronomy for Everyone

    By Fred Herrmann

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    Astronomy for Everyone explains the fundamentals of Astronomy in language that is easily understood by non-astronomers. The newcomer to astronomy is often overcome by a myriad of scientific jargon which often leaves the reader blurry eyed, confused and overwhelmed. Astronomy for Everyone explains basic concepts and terms with the use of simple analogies and examples. All of the astrophotography images shown in this book were imaged from the Owl Mountain Observatory in North Alabama using my personal amateur equipment, or amateur equipment located remotely via the internet. My astrophotography has been featured in many magazines including National Geographic, Astronomy, Sky and Telescope and Better Photography as well as many websites such as Space.com. The Owl Mountain Observatory is located in a metropolitan area full of the light pollution that one would expect of a medium sized city. I use off-the-shelf telescopes, mounts, cameras and processing software for the production of my images. Follow along with free software as you learn how to locate celestial objects. Save yourself time and money by learning which telescope is best for your needs.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherFred Herrmann
    Release dateApr 13, 2016
    ISBN9781310280849
    Astronomy for Everyone
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    Fred Herrmann

    I was born in the "Atomic City" (Oak Ridge, Tennessee) and then lived my formative years in the "Rocket City" (Huntsville, Alabama). I believe I was destined for a career in the sciences. I received my early education in the United States and Europe and later returned to Huntsville to complete my education at the University of Alabama Huntsville. I retired after thirty years of service at the NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center, as a scientist/engineer and am the proud father of three lovely daughters and six grandchildren. During my career at NASA, I had the privilege of working on a variety of NASA programs including the Spacelab and International Space Station. I also worked on the Spacelab “Astro” Observatory mission which was the first space telescope and precursor to the Hubble Space Telescope. I have published a variety of scientific papers and hold a patent for a "Hanging Drop" Protein Crystal Growth apparatus now currently flying on the International Space Station. Many of my memorable NASA experiences were at the Neutral Buoyancy Simulator where I trained Shuttle astronauts for various missions including the Hubble repair mission, Ease/Access and the Shuttle Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) mission. During this training, I had the honor of working with many of the Shuttle astronauts including Story Musgrave, Bruce McCandless, George "Pinky" Nelson, James "Ox" van Hoften and Ronald McNair just months before he met his premature death in the Challenger disaster in 1986. When I am not traveling with my lovely wife Melody or romping with the grandchildren, I love to explore the Universe from my Owl Mountain Observatory. Here I can unleash the splendor and beauty of the Universe through astrophotography. My interest in astrophotography began with a modest LX-200 telescope in the early 1990's. These astrophotography interests eventually evolved into the fully automated Owl Mountain Observatory. Never stop learning! Fred Herrmann

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      Astronomy for Everyone - Fred Herrmann

      PREFACE

      The purpose of this book is to bring astronomy to everyone in language that is easily understood by non-astronomers. The newcomer to astronomy is often overcome by a myriad of scientific jargon which often leaves the reader blurry eyed, confused and overwhelmed.

      While it will be necessary to occasionally use some standard astronomy terminology throughout this book I will attempt to explain basic concepts and terms with the use of simple analogies and examples. Important terms that you need to learn and pay special attention to will be emphasized in bold color.

      All of the astrophotography images shown in this book were imaged from the Owl Mountain Observatory in North Alabama using my personal amateur equipment, or amateur equipment located remotely via the internet. My astrophotography has been featured in many magazines including National Geographic, Astronomy, Sky and Telescope and Better Photography as well as many websites such as Space.com.

      The Owl Mountain Observatory is located in a metropolitan area full of the light pollution that one would expect of a medium sized city. I use off-the-shelf telescopes, mounts, cameras and processing software for the production of my images. All of my software and equipment is available to anyone for less than the price of a small automobile.

      Technology has advanced to the point where a dedicated amateur astronomer can produce images which rival billion dollar space-based telescopes like the Hubble, at a tiny fraction of the cost of professional observatories.

      Now come join me as we travel beyond our Earthly bounds and explore our Universe.

      Fred Herrmann

      Alabama, USA

      January 2016

      ABOUT THE AUTHOR

      I was born in the Atomic City (Oak Ridge, Tennessee) and then lived my formative years in the Rocket City (Huntsville, Alabama). I believe I was destined for a career in the sciences. I received my early education in the United States and Europe and later returned to Huntsville to complete my education at the University of Alabama Huntsville.

      I retired after thirty years of service at the NASA George C. Marshall Space Flight Center, as a scientist/engineer and am the proud father of three lovely daughters and six grandchildren. During my career at NASA, I had the privilege of working on a variety of NASA programs including the Spacelab and International Space Station. I also worked on the Spacelab Astro Observatory mission which was the first space telescope and precursor to the Hubble Space Telescope.

      I have published a variety of scientific papers and hold a patent for a Hanging Drop Protein Crystal Growth apparatus now currently flying on the International Space Station. Many of my memorable NASA experiences were at the Neutral Buoyancy Simulator where I trained Shuttle astronauts for various missions including the Hubble repair mission, Ease/Access and the Shuttle Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) mission. During this training, I had the honor of working with many of the Shuttle astronauts including Story Musgrave, Bruce McCandless, George Pinky Nelson, James Ox van Hoften and Ronald McNair just months before he met his premature death in the Challenger disaster in 1986.

      When I am not traveling with my lovely wife Melody or romping with

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