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by Stephen F. Tonkin BSc PGCE (Editor) "A low-power, wide-field telescope provides spectacular views of the heavens - the Milky Way, a bright comet or an eclipse are perfect targets ..." (more)
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.,." Stephen Tonkin (has) added a worthy contribution to the collective wisdom of amateur astronomy ...."
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"a ]Tonkin has assembled a potpourri of excellent do-it-yourself projects, ranging from small refractors and simple rich-field telescopes to large instruments with tilted-component optics and a high-performance, home-built, computer-controlled telescopea ]will appeal strongly to mid-level amateur astronomers, whether they are equipment buyers or builders. Novices should find much to marvel at, and advanced amateurs will appreciate the useful and timely insights into the current technology of telescopes and sensorsa ][a] worthy addition to the ever-growing literature of telescopes and telescope making.a

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"The book is a nice collection of interesting ideas on telescopes and accessories for the do-it-yourself astronomer.a

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"For advice on how to get going, look no further than two excellent books a" AMATEUR TELESCOPE MAKING and ASTRONOMICAL EQUIPMENT FOR AMATEURSa ]Highly recommended.a

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Many amateur astronomers make their own instruments, either because of financial considerations or because they are just interested. Amateur Telescope Making offers a variety of designs for telescopes, mounts and drives which are suitable for the home-constructor. The designs range from simple to advanced, but all are within the range of a moderately well-equipped home workshop. The book not only tells the reader what he can construct, but also what it is sensible to construct given what time is available commercially. Thus each chapter begins with reasons for undertaking the project, then looks at theoretical consideration before finishing with practical instructions and advice. An indication is given as to the skills required for the various projects. Appendices list reputable sources of (mail order) materials and components. The telescopes and mounts range from "shoestring" (very cheap) instruments to specialist devices that are unavailable commercially.

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars For Professional Amateurs Only, 19 Feb 2001
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I bought this book in the hope that it would guide me through building a telescope with detailed plans and part lists (with suppliers IN THE UK), however, after reading the first section on building shoestring telescopes I found the information insufficient and unhelpful, the later chapters were too ambitious for my below-amateur status. What an amateur needs is a step-by-step guide to building a telescope, not a short rambling chapter... In summary this book tells the reader more about the author than about the process of building a telescope. Maybe I'm just too much of an amateur, but I will be looking elsewhere for guidance...
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Collection of magazine-type articles, 11 Jul 2001
Each chapter is written by a different author, covering widely different topics in a brief, superficial way. It doesn't provide what it advertises in the title, although an interesting read in places.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent supplementary ATM book, 15 Mar 2001
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If you have some ATM experience, or if you are looking for inspiration, then this is a very good book. It does not cover basic optical work because, as the editor says in the introduction, this is very well covered elsewhere. Get Texereau for this. Some of the projects will require you to use your own imagination and creativity. Others, particularly the mounts and drives, walk you through in great detail. At the other end of the scale, some of the optical projects are not for the squeamish! This book is a supplement, not a substitute, to a collection of modern ATM literature.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Good ideas book
This is more of an inspirational ideas type book, not a step
by step diy guide.
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Published on 12 Dec 2005 by Steve Orobec

4.0 out of 5 stars Full of good ideas for amateur astronomers
I've been into astronomy for a few years now and wish I'd come across this book sooner. It is full of useful tips and hints to help the observer with a multitude of projects. Read more
Published on 4 Jun 2001 by alistair.thomson@sphinxcst.co.uk

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