@G8BYI 2021 Date 20/9/2021
GB3UT Web Site
TV Amateur Repeater
Located at Bath University

Astronomy Page G8BYI

This is my current Observatory a dome called the SkyShed Pod it is a clam shell type dome made from polyethylene. I had it shipped from Canada via a UK Astro shop. For years I had made do with various home built structures, none were much good. But this one means I just arrive open the dome and start observing . The shed next to it is a warm room, where I can remotely control most aspects of the telescope and its cameras. Below are various pictures of the setup. Not many actual star photos yet….I have now started to motorize the dome opening and closing. This saves my back and is quieter so not to annoy neighbors when I drop the dome. at Midnight.
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@G8BYI 2021 Date 20/9/2021
GB3UT Web Site
TV Amateur Repeater
Located at Bath University

Astronomy Page G8BYI

This is my current Observatory a dome called the SkyShed Pod it is a clam shell type dome made from polyethylene. I had it shipped from Canada via a UK Astro shop. For years I had made do with various home built structures, none were much good. But this one means I just arrive open the dome and start observing . The shed next to it is a warm room, where I can remotely control most aspects of the telescope and its cameras. Below are various pictures of the setup. Not many actual star photos yet….I have now started to motorize the dome opening and closing. This saves my back and is quieter so not to annoy neighbors when I drop the dome. at Midnight.