Astronomy DIY

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 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

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How to build a multi-camera mount

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How to build a star simulator

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How to build a flats panel for imaging

Build an observing chair

Build an observing chair

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How to make an azimuth setting circle

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How to make a simple all-sky camera

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How to build a Dobsonian mount

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How to thermally optimise your telescope