Saturday, September 09, 2006

stars in the sky



Q: What's wrong with this image?
A: This image clearly shows the moon, a laser beam, and a photon torpedo about to hit the observatory.

Ok, well I just made up the laser beam and photon torpedo, but the moon is definitely a problem. Because the cameras are so sensitive, when the moon rises it actually blinds them-somewhat akin to a person looking at the sun.

Q: Are there any cool CONCAM images around to see and discuss?
A: No. The Night Sky Live project is inherently boring.

Well, perhaps there are a few images that are sort-of cool.

http://nightskylive.net/NightSkyLive_for_beginners.html

*grin* i just love it when scientist-types have a sense of humor!

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