Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) visible in NYC
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by astroval1
1M ago
Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) is making its grand journey through the inner solar system, inspiring astronomers, photographers, and stargazers around the world. As part of this collective fascination, I’m excited to share my photographs I captured of this remarkable celestial visitor against the vibrant cityscape of Brooklyn, NYC. These photos are my small contribution to the ongoing global observation of this rare comet, offering a glimpse into how even from an urban environment, the wonders of space remain accessible to those with the patience to seek them. Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuc ..read more
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The Milky Way Over the Sailing Stone: A Night Under the Stars at Racetrack Playa, Death Valley National Park, California
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by astroval1
2M ago
Racetrack Playa is a place of natural intrigue. Situated in the heart of Death Valley, this dry, cracked lake bed is renowned for its "sailing stones" — large rocks that mysteriously move across the playa, leaving long tracks behind them. For decades, these stones puzzled scientists and visitors alike, as no one could quite figure out how these hefty rocks glided across the desert floor. It wasn’t until recently that a rare combination of ice, water, and wind was identified as the culprit behind their movement.  The Milky Way Over the Sailing Stones of Death Valley, California P ..read more
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The Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024: An HDR Revelation of the Sun's Corona from Westport, New York
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by astroval1
8M ago
The creation of High Dynamic Range (HDR) images of the solar corona is a fascinating challenge, driven by the need to capture the vast dynamic range of brightness that defines these celestial phenomena. This endeavor marries the artistic with the scientific, uncovering details and structures of the corona that a single exposure could never reveal.   The Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024: An HDR Revelation of the Sun's Corona from Westport, New York This particular HDR image of the solar corona was meticulously crafted from a series of exposures captured during the total solar eclip ..read more
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The Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 during totality, seen from Westport, New York
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by astroval1
8M ago
Solar corona images of Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 over Westport, New York This composite image captures the ethereal beauty of the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, through a series of meticulously planned exposures. The photos were taken using a Canon Ra camera, renowned for its astro-imaging capabilities, paired with an EF200mm f/2.8L II USM lens and a 2x III extender, enhancing the camera’s ability to capture the fine details of the solar corona. To accommodate the wide dynamic range of the corona's light, nine different shutter speeds were utilized: 1/1000, 1/500, 1 ..read more
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Baily's Beads - Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024
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by astroval1
8M ago
  Baily's Beads occur just before and just after totality of a solar eclipse. As the moon moves to cover the sun completely, the rugged lunar topography allows beads of sunlight to shine through in some places and not in others. These beads of light appear to flicker around the moon's edges and are named after Francis Baily, who provided an explanation of the phenomenon in 1836. This is beginning of Total Solar Eclipse visible from Westport, New York April 8, 2024. Baily's beards image sequence Image sequence of Baily's beads (diamond ring) at the second contact was captured wit ..read more
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Total Solar Eclipse - April 14, 2024 | Westport, New York
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by astroval1
8M ago
Total Solar Eclipse - April 8, 2024 -Westport, New York On April 8, 2024, a celestial event of spectacular proportions graced the skies: a total solar eclipse. For those of us in Westport, New York, the day held an air of anticipation, excitement, and a touch of the ethereal, as we prepared to witness day turn into night under the eclipse's path of totality. Westport, nestled along the scenic shores of Lake Champlain, became a buzzing hub for eclipse chasers, all eager for a front-row seat to nature's grand spectacle. Westport Golf, known for its lush fairways and stunning views, of ..read more
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Alaska Astrophotography - Cosmic Symphony
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by astroval1
1y ago
  Alaska, the "Last Frontier", is renowned for its pristine wilderness, vast landscapes, and breathtaking night skies. In August, when the days are still long but the nights begin to reveal their celestial wonders, I embarked on a photographic journey. This photo was done about midnight during remarkable night in Alaska, where the Milky Way, the Big and Little Dipper, Cassiopeia, and the Andromeda Galaxy took center stage amidst the backdrop of a tranquil forest and towering mountains. Alaska Astrophotography - Milky Way, Big and Little Dipper, Cassiopeia and Andromeda Galaxy U ..read more
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Annular Solar Eclipse - October 14, 2023 | Odessa, Texas
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by astroval1
1y ago
Annular Solar Eclipse, October 14, 2023 - Odessa, Texas. The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB). Canon Ra, Canon EF200mm f/2.8L II USM Lens + Canon 2x III Extender = 400mm, 1/640 sec, F/14, ISO 3200, Thousand Oaks Threaded Camera Filter 72-T, iOptron SkyTracker, Vello ShutterBoss II Timer Remote Switch  Annular Solar Eclipse Composite Image In the grand tapestry of the cosmos, few events capture the human imagination quite like a solar eclipse. While the Earth dances around the Sun, and the Moon orbits our planet, there comes a moment each year when these celestial ..read more
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Magdalena Astronomy Club - Interpretation of time diffraction
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by astroval1
1y ago
 Can the future interacting with the past create the present? Astronomer Figurine in Magdalena Astronomical Lyceum In classic Newton mechanics answer is no. It is contradict the causality principle. But in quantum mechanics situation is much more complex.  Just read article "Double-slit time diffraction at optical frequencies" which was published in Nature Physics April 03, 2023. Photons in future and past coming through Double split in time are creating diffraction in the present, and this is not theory - it is result of experiment! Magdalena As ..read more
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The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA)
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by astroval1
1y ago
  These photos from my travel trip to New Mexico Very Large Array.  The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA) is a radio astronomy observatory located in central New Mexico, USA. The Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA) Sign at Night The VLA was first proposed in the 1960s as a replacement for the older National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) antennas. Construction began in 1973, and the VLA was completed in 1980. The VLA consists of 28 dish antennas that can be arranged in different configurations to observe different parts of the sky. Radio Telescope at ..read more
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