Tag Archives: observatory
Backyard Observatory Plans by SkyShed
Posted on 15. Feb, 2009 by AstroPhotography Tonight.
Introduction Roll-off observatories are becoming very popular among amateur astronomers. They are relatively inexpensive to construct and provide convenient use of equipment at a moment’s notice. SkyShed plans provide you with all the information you will need to construct an easy to build, attractive and fully functional roll-off observatory. 95% of materials are available from your local [...]
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Roll-Off Observatory
Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by AstroPhotography Tonight.
Here is a unique type of roll-off observatory designed by Ray Shore to house his 12″ Meade LX200 telescope. Instead of the roof rolling off on rails, the entire shed rolls away from the telescope! According to Ray, he just needed something large enough to protect the telescope when not in use. Extra room inside the observatory [...]