Mars Watch 2005 Discussion Board

Alright, this is for sharing of your observation experience. Or, if you are arranging gatherings, star-gazing expeditions or just want some company to go observing together, you can shout it out here.
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VinSnr wrote:
Tachyon wrote:Is anyone giving a talk on figuring and polishing of mirrors?

Just wondering...
Even if there is, how many people is willing to do it?
Just for info only to show how the optics is made. After all, just because I listen to a talk on Big Bang doesn't mean I will go into theoretical cosmology?
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VinSnr wrote:Tachyon wrote:Is anyone giving a talk on figuring and polishing of mirrors?

Just wondering...


Even if there is, how many people is willing to do it?


Just for info only to show how the optics is made. After all, just because I listen to a talk on Big Bang doesn't mean I will go into theoretical cosmology?
Maybe the talk or talks need not be on too advanced topics, since this event is catered for students and the public, who may be beginners. I would think the talk should not be measured by how esoteric or technical the subject is but rather how much the audience can absorb and enjoy the topic.
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yeah i agree that the talks should cater to beginners in astronomy, and should be something practical that they can continue pursuing on their own after the event, like reading the sky or digital astrophotog, that spurs their interest and gives them an idea how and where to start learning about astro.. yeah just my 2c worth...
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Email flyer is out. If you want to publicise to your friends just send it to them.

Many thanks to Kenneth (SP astro) for designing the flyer!
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Heh Chris there is an error in the flyer's singastro.org address.
We do it in the dark...
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Takahashi Mewlon 210
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CC: haha.. just caught it.. changed already. Thanks. Please lock the new details thread and delete the old one.
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Hi Chris
Its done; old thread deleted and new thread locked. Nice poster.

Arief
Sorry I deleted your post in the event details thread as I wanted to keep it as an announcement only thread. :)

cheers
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Takahashi Mewlon 210
William Optics 110ED
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no prob :D
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Err.. is there a backup program in case of rain?

(The pessimist).
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yes. :) don't worry. We've got everything covered.
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