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03-10-2010, 12:12 AM
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Hi all, I am here for a thirst of knowledge. I have a project plan in my head, and wish to evolve it. the project is governed by a lack of funds. (I am disabled and on a pension.) The Project. I have a 8" dob, and I am in the proceeds of converting it to a tracking dob. 1. I have installed a 12" lazy Susan bearing on the base which smooths the movement to my liking. 2. I am sourcing 4 roller bearings to replace the teflon bushes that the tube mounts on for smoothness. 3 I also plan to install around the base a nylon gear to which I will attach a slow and variable speed motor for tracking the horizontal direction. 4. I have thought of a couple of ways to do the vertical movement but, I am not happy with either of them at this point. 5, Camera. I use a Canon A590is, the primary lens I have removed and mount this directly into the eye piece mount of the scope. I also butchered my webcam and put this into a mount that also goes directly into the eye piece. I am open to discussion an any of what I have done so far. Ritchie. my other interests are Music, and electronics. Last edited by ritchie_laird; 03-10-2010 at 12:14 AM.      |
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03-10-2010, 02:33 AM
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Hi Ritchie, and welcome to the forums! Sounds like a great project, lots of other members have also taken to creating frankenstein scopes.. best of luck with it and I'm certain you will be getting input before long.  |
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03-10-2010, 09:34 AM
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Welcome to the astronomy forum.
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03-10-2010, 02:52 PM
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Welcome to the forum and good luck with your project! Please post picks of your progress...
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03-10-2010, 08:42 PM
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Sounds like a cool project. Keep us informed. (following with interest) Jim
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