A Dobsonian telescope is a Newtonian telescope that is modified by John Dobson in 1965. It is a large-scale telescope yet costs less which makes it popular for beginner astronomers for observing deep-sky objects. For more light collection it has a … [Read more...]

The telescopes that can magnify images of a faraway object using lenses are called refracting telescopes. If you wish to look at starts and planets with a clear observation you have to use a refracting telescope. Using a reflecting telescope can … [Read more...]

A Refracting telescope, also called a dioptric telescope is used for seeing the distant objects. It uses the laws of refraction of light to make an image of the actual object and magnifies it so that it is visible to the observer. Refracting … [Read more...]

The planet Saturn has rings around it which make it more unique in our solar system. The rings are the reason for many astronomers curiosity. I am also very curious about it. So, I always search for a better way to examine the rings. Through my … [Read more...]

Stargazing using a telescope is one of the most interesting and eye appealing things to do in the world. Watching the stars closely and knowing more about them is always exciting. But there are some complications on using a telescope for stargazing. … [Read more...]

Many people think that the only people who would own a telescope are science nerds and space fanatics, but the fact is amateur astronomy is a very popular hobby and is growing every day. Astronomy is a fun way to learn more about the universe around … [Read more...]