Telescopes
Sort by:
Planet-hunting Missions Leave EarthAstronomers hope to find an Earth-like planet.- ILO-X to Be the First Moon-Based TelescopeThe idea of astronomy conducted by observatories based on the lunar surface has been a dream since the Apollo moon landings. A group called Moon Express, one of the entrants to the Google Lunar X-Prize, proposes to make that dream a reality.
- How to Use the Telescope as a BeginnerThink about being able to see everything in the night skies better than you can with your naked eye. You can accomplish this with the help of telescopes and this is a truly fascinating hobby.
- NASA's Kepler Space Telescope Discovers Planet in Habitable Zone of Sunlike StarAccording to NASA, the Kepler Space Telescope has discovered a planet circling a G type star, much like our own sun, that is within the habitable zone where liquid water could be present. The planet in question is two-and-a-half times the size of Earth.
- The James Webb Space TelescopeThe Hubble Space Telescope has produced amazing photographs of space, stars and galaxies. But it has inherent limitations because it is an optical telescope. The James Webb telescope, which will replace Hubble, is an infrared telescope.
- Nothing but the Facts About Big Bang TelescopesThe Hubble Space Telescope will soon be replaced with a new generation of telescopes that dwarf Hubble in mirror size and exploration expectations.
- Gifts for the Amateur Astronomer in Your FamilyWhat is a great gift for the person whose hobby is astronomy?
- Why Raiding NASA's Space Launch System's Funding to Pay for the James Webb Space Telescope is a Bad IdeaSpace News has a remarkable idea to save the James Webb Space Telescope. The aerospace industry periodical suggests that NASA stretch out the development of the Space Launch System by a year to accommodate the JW telescope.
Colorado Astronomy Day with the Denver Astronomical SocietyCelebrating Colorado Astronomy Day in October the Denver Astronomical Society and Denver Museum of Nature & Science threw a Star Party of the greatest magnitude, followed by Star gazing at Observatory Park.
The James Webb TelescopeIf you had the power to look back in time and see events before they happened how much would you pay for this gift? The price has a broad range believe it or not. Anywhere from free, all the way up to a cost of around 6.5 billion dollars.- Findings of the Kepler MissionThe Kepler Mission looks for planets in a habitable zone around a star. This zone will support life. Now there are at least 1,200 planets that meet the criteria.
- Telescope Buying GuideLearn about the different types of telescopes and what they are good for and which ones give you the best bang for your buck.
Chinese Putting Up Biggest Radio Telescope in the WorldChina is putting up a radio telescope that can listen for sounds up to 1,000 light years away.
SETI's Allen Telescope Array Shuts Down Due to Lack of FundingDue to lack of funding, SETI's Allen Telescope Array has shutdown. Astronomers are calling this breaking news a terrible tragedy, and until SETI finds a new monetary contributor, the radio dishes will stay shutdown.- NASA's WISE Infrared Telescope Shows Us a Different Night SkyAstronomers have made enormous leaps in understanding the cosmos within the last century, examining the stars with radio, X-ray, and infrared telescopes that collect information at much higher frequencies than we can see.
- New Radio Telescope to Search for Extraterrestrial LifeOne of the goals of space exploration technology is to contact extraterrestrial life. Are we on the brink of that goal with the new long wavelength array radio telescope?
HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE FEATURED at SCI-PORT SCIENCE MUSEUM in SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANASci-Port: Louisiana's Science Center located in Shreveport will be featuringThe Hubble Space Telescope for the next few months. Space enthusiasts will enjoy exhibits, demonstrations and an IMAX(R) movie about the 20-year old telescope developed by NASA.
Telescope Eye Goldfish: Appearance and CareTelescope eye or globe eye goldfish are weird, rare and much beloved in Japan. But they are slow swimmers and have poor eyesight.
Report from 2050: Cloudy Skies Frustrate StargazersMost ground-based telescopes declared "worthless" (part of "Reports from 2050," a series of imagined reports from the year 2050, supported by current news, facts and scientific predictions).- Gift Ideas for Amateur AstronomersGift ideas for amateur astronomers
- Facts About TelescopesWhat are telescopes? What have they discovered? This article gives you the facts and more.
William Lassell: Astronomer and BrewmeisterMany of the best known astronomers who helped pioneer astronomy could not have succeeded without the financial resources to do so.- Hubble Telescope Captures Image of Oldest Galaxy KnownGalaxy UDFy-38135539, a mere speck when seen on telescope and spotted by Hubble, is the oldest galaxy we've ever discovered, as calculated this Wednesday. Can we use this to further unlock mysteries that have plagued scientists for ages?
Astronomy Clubs and Exhibits in Fort WorthAstronomy clubs, exhibits, and dark sky viewing sites for Fort Worth residents and visitors.- NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe ReviewNightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe is the defacto guide for backyard stargazing with your binoculars or telescope.
- The Imaging Series: Optical TelescopesLearn how an optical telescope enables the eye to see fainter and smaller objects.
- The Imaging Series: The Human EyeBefore learning how telescopes work, it's important to have a basic understand of how the human eye works.
NASA's Kepler Telescope Detects 150 Earth-Sized WorldsFor at least the last several decades, people have wondered about planets orbiting other stars than our own. How many are there? How many of them are like our own Earth? It looks like NASA's Kepler Telescope has come close to answering those questions.- How to Make a Play TelescopeInstuctions on how to make a pretend telescope for children to play with.
Awe-Inspiring Nebula Photo Marks Hubble Space Telescope's 20 YearsTwenty years ago, on April 24, 1990, the Discovery space shuttle carried with it a large telescope into space. The Hubble Space Telescope would be deployed for NASA in an effort to see and photograph space -- and the myriad objects that populate it...
The Hubble Space Telescope - 20 Years on (Video)Twenty years ago, the Hubble Space Telescope was deployed by a space shuttle mission. The Hubble Space Telescope has delivered the most awe inspiring images of the Universe ever captured by a human made instrument.- 3 Top Telescopes for Beginning AstronomersThese three very different telescopes are all viable options for beginning and amateur astronomers for your back yard.
- Choosing Your Child's First TelescopeThree telescopes that are perfect for the beginner astronomer - children and adults alike.
Beginner Star Gazers: Get Outfitted with the Best TelescopeFor all those beginner telescope buffs, amatuer star gazers looking for a quality product that won't break the bank, read on.- A Few of the Best Telescopes for BeginnersPurchasing that first telescope can be an exciting time. Taking the time to evaluate the scope before dropping serious cash can help alleviate the frustration often involved in beginning to look at the stars.
- Aspiring Astronomer? Here Are Three of the Best Telescopes for BeginnersIf you're ready to pursue your passion with the stars and take a casual interest in astronomy to the next level, here are a few the best telescopes to consider.
- Best Telescopes for BeginnersInformation and tips on where to purchase a beginners telescope.
- 2 of the Best Telescopes for BeginnersIf you are a beginner in astronomy and want to know what telescopes you should get, here are two really good choices.
Best Telescopes for Kids to UseFrom easy on the budget to easy-to-use, these three telescopes will make any kid a backyard astronomer in no time.
Kepler TelescopeThe Kepler Telescope has for the first time given scientists a fighting chance at discovering a life-sustaining planet other than earth. Will they?
