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Telescope Mount Factors

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Abstract

The foundation of the Astronomical Imaging System (AIS)—the telescope mount—is a major component that contributes significantly to excellent scientific imaging. Understanding the issues that may arise in setting up and operating the mount is the key to the amateur astronomer’s confidence that the AIS will produce the best scientific data possible. Understanding the construction and operation of the mount when tracking, guiding, and slewing to objects is fundamental and saves a lot of time when troubleshooting the problems guaranteed to arise during imaging sessions.

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    Gerald R. Hubbell

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Hubbell, G.R. (2013). Telescope Mount Factors. In: Scientific Astrophotography. Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-5173-0_5

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