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Set	19:53	22:16	4.1%

September 2016

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September 30: AstroAssembly

Exoplanet Observing Techniques

The detection and analysis of exoplanet transits is now well within the realm of amateur astronomers. In fact, much of the same equipment that is used for deep sky imaging can be adapted for exoplanet observing.

This talk will provide an overview of the technical aspects of exoplanet observing. In particular, it will review the preparation, image capture, calibration, post-processing and modelling phases. If time permits, Dennis will conduct an analysis of an actual exoplanet transit.

Darkest Skies in Southern New England

September 2016 : By Dave Huestis

Observing Neptune in 2016

September 2016 : By Jim Hendrickson

Now is the best time to locate our Solar System's most distant planet.

The Great Moon Hoax of 1835

September 2016 : By Francine Jackson

As we ramp up to celebrate this year's International Observe the Moon night October 8th, we have to look at one aspect of it: How its presence has affected us here on Earth. We often think of it as beautiful, romantic, or, of course, an object of scientific importance. But, in 1835, our Moon suddenly became an object of both a money grab, and a potential ruin to the reputation of one of the 19th century's most important scientists.

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