DIY

The rocket ready for lift off: stamp hard on the bottle and your spacecraft will go flying. Image Credit: Jo Richardson

How to build a stomp rocket launcher

The finished platform will enable your altaz Dob to follow the motion of the stars. Image Credit: Mark Parrish

Build a Dobsonian equatorial platform

The completed shutter mounted on its own tripod and positioned beside a camera. Image Credit: Mark Parrish

Build a rotating meteor shutter

A portable tripod dolly is a handy way of moving heavy astronomy setups.

How to build a rolling telescope dolly

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Build a low-cost wooden tripod

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Build a clip-on finderscope illuminator

When you want to use your scope, simply open the shed doors and wheel it out of the way. Image Credit: Robert Lucas

Create a protective shield for your telescope pillar

You need to wash your dome the old-fashioned way; hosing it down will make the inside wet. Image Credit: Steve Richards

How to clean your astronomy observatory

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How to take a photo of the International Space Station

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How to build a simple solar finder

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Steve Richards
Once installed, the process of recording flats is much quicker

How to make an automated flat panel and dust cap

The finished telescope dew shield is black on its inner surface, cutting down on annoying reflections. Image Credit: Ben Kent

How to make a telescope dew shield

Once the wedge has been installed the mount can be attached to a pier or tripod. Image Credit: Robert Lucas

How to set up an EQ6 Wedge correctly

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How to build an astronomy accessories case

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How to automate your observatory