Astronomy Articles:

Choosing Binoculars For Astronomy
Astronomic binoculars are optical instruments used in stargazing or day and night sky viewing It allows people to see far objects besides those seen by the naked eye

"Hands in Space" Experience to Debut This Month
Island Astronomy Institute and Flagsuit LLC have joined forces to present a new kind of educational experience based on one of the oldest problems in space travel. In the vacuum of space an astronaut's glove swells up like a balloon becomes stiff and inflexible. It's a design challenge that has confounded the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) since the dawn of the space age. To combat the problem, astronauts use low pressure space suits filled with pure oxygen. But still they complain, "Fix the glove! Fix the glove! Fix the glove!" It's such a vexing problem that Congress established a $1,000,000 prize for its solution.

How To Use A Telescope
There are many ways to use a telescope. Most people don't take full use out of a telescope, so whether you are thinking of buying a telescope or already have a telescope, there is a need to know how to use a telescope effectively. This will allow you to get more out of astronomy.

GeoDome Theater Featured at White House Event Celebrating Astronomy Education
The Elumenati's GeoDome Theater was showcased at the White House 'Star Party,' an event hosted by President Barack Obama Wednesday night, Oct 7. Scientists from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center and Dr. D'nardo Colucci of The Elumenati set up the GeoDome Theater on the White House lawn, giving interactive Earth and space science lessons with Uniview software inside the portable, inflatable dome for about 150 middle-school students.

One Peace Books Announces Forthcoming Release of 'The World's Easiest Astronomy Book'
One Peace Books () announces the forthcoming US publication of the Japanese best-seller, The World's Easiest Astronomy Book. The World's Easiest Astronomy Book will be available wherever fine books are sold on September 1, 2009.

How to Choose Binoculars For Astronomy
When buying binoculars for astronomy one of the main considerations is the light gathering capability of the binoculars you are looking to buy and therefore the size of the objective lens is extremely important Before you start check out the range of binoculars for astronomy that are currently on the market you need to consider the distance you are looking to cover and what level of detail you are hoping to see

Why You Need To Join A Local Astronomy Club
Joining an astronomy club offers you a lot of clear benefits for the amateur (or experienced astronomer. Although it is human nature to be solitary, you will discover a great many benefits if you join a local group or society. This might not always be an easy task for certain people as it does depend where you live.

Illustrate Scientific and Astronomy Projects with Space Icons
Studying astronomy, astrophysics or other space science? Developing a Web site or teaching materials for a course? Space Icons will help your site or handouts look fresh and professional right away. Designed to illustrate educational sites, student pages and Web portals, as well as software and printed matters, Space Icons look strict and formal wherever they are used.

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New Website Helps Busy Amateur Astronomers Enjoy the Wonders of the Night Sky
From buying and setting up a telescope to finding and appreciating the wonders of the deep sky, learning about astronomy can seem like a daunting task. Now, a new website helps beginning and intermediate-level amateur astronomers build their knowledge and appreciation of astronomy through brief, informative, and easy-to-read articles sent by email each week.