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A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy

A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy

A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy

Patrick Martinez, SUPAERO, Toulouse
Alain Klotz, Université de Toulouse
Andri Demers
Pierre Léna
November 1997
Available
Paperback
9780521599504

    High-performance charged-couple device (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. Beginning with a no-nonsense introduction to CCD cameras, the authors explain what determines camera performance and demonstrate how to use a CCD camera and accurately calibrate the images obtained. The book also presents a clear review of the software available for visualizing, analyzing and processing digital images. Finally, the authors navigate a series of key areas in astronomy where astronomers can make the best use of 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.

    • CCD-astronomy is the fastest-growing area of amateur interest (Sky and Telescope now publish a sister magazine, CCD Astronomy, dedicated to it)
    • Complete, self-contained, and packed with practical tips
    • Includes a concise review of the software available for visualising, analysing and processing digital images
    • Reviews key areas in astronomy where you can get the most out of your CCD camera
    • By the author of the successful, The Observer's Guide to Astronomy, volumes 1 and 2 (Cambridge University Press, 1994)

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    "This book promises to provide novices with a clear introduction to CCD astrnomy while simultaneously serving as a useful reference for more experienced amateur astronomers." Astronomy

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    Product details

    November 1997
    Paperback
    9780521599504
    264 pages
    228 × 153 × 15 mm
    0.45kg
    45 b/w illus. 23 tables
    Available

    Table of Contents

    • Foreword
    • Preface
    • 1. CCD equipment for astronomy
    • 2. CCD camera characteristics and performance
    • 3. Image production
    • 4. Display and image analysis functions
    • 5. Image processing functions
    • 6. CCD applications in astronomy
    • Conclusion
    • Bibliography
    • Index.
      Authors
    • Patrick Martinez , SUPAERO, Toulouse
    • Alain Klotz , Université de Toulouse
    • Translator
    • Andri Demers
    • Pierre Léna