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Mars 11/27/2017

Discussion in 'Observing Celestial Objects' started by Ed D, Nov 27, 2017.

Mars 11/27/2017

Started by Ed D on Nov 27, 2017 at 3:27 AM

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  1. Ed D

    Ed D Well-Known Member

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    Ed D, Nov 27, 2017
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    This morning I ventured outside to see if I could spy Mars in the pre-dawn hours. Sure enough, at 4:30am I could see a "star" that looked reddish and was not twinkling well over my neighbor's roof. I brought out my Twilight I mount and attached the Vixen 70mm f/12.9. I used my old Owl 15mm Plossl and GSO 2x Barlow. Sure enough, it was the Roman God of War in my field of view. At a bit over 4" in apparent diameter I really didn't expect to see any detail, especially with a 70mm. But, the orb was definitely there and I could see a white region about 1:30-2:30 o'clock, although not identifiable. To me that was exciting enough. Time to break out the 5" Mak, and maybe try imaging this coming weekend.

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    Mak the Night, Nov 27, 2017
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    Sounds good Ed, I've been trying to catch it early but the weather turns against me every time. It's been beautifully clear about an hour before and after the observing window. It can get a tad frustrating lol.

    0630.png

    I might catch it soon around 06:30 GMT with my Mak.
     
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    Dave In Vermont, Nov 27, 2017
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    Hi Ed -

    Thanks for reminding me that Mars is on it's way for a good appearance this coming year.

    Did you see that Stellarium is now adding detailed locations and topographical information on all the planets and their Moons - if anyone sent a sent a good spacecraft-camera to them? Mars is no exception.

    Here's a screenshot of Mars. But be aware - this so far is only available on the 'beta' versions of Stellarium, as my latest thread speaks of here:

    https://astronomyconnect.com/forums...newest-information-available.4676/#post-11915

    And the screenshot -


    stellarium-777.png

    Thanks again for the reminder!

    Dave
     
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    Orion25, Nov 27, 2017
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    Sounds exciting, Ed. It's building up to a great apparition next summer. I probably won't start imaging until next spring. I can't wait to see what you get! :D
     
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    kevan hubbard, Dec 3, 2017
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    I like to be in bed at that time of the morning! But last week I was travelling overnight on a sleeper train which ment i had to get off at 0630 when it was still dark.I was able to spot Jupiter in the s.e.,no sign of Venus which I think has moved behind the sun?didn't think to look for Mars. The only planets high in our skies at the moment at a reasonable hour are Neptune and Uranus.
     

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