Amateur Telescope Making (ATM) and Related Do-It-Yourself Projects for Amateur Astronomers
| The AAC ATM group's activities are not limited to only mirror grinding. Any astronomical instrument construction (dewzappers, accessory racks, power supplies) are welcome projects. Some currently proposed projects include construction of Foucault testers, equatorial platforms for dobsonian telescopes, and "barn door" camera mounts. Whether its CCD, imaging, radio astronomy, or just an adjustable observer's stool, we're open to ideas, so let your creative juices flow! |  |
Contact Tracy Wilson for more information.
ATM Supply Sources:
Kydex, a lightweight plastic sheet typically used in premium dobsonian cage assemblies is available locally from:
Cadillac Plastics: 404-691-0900
Commercial Plastics: 404-577-2600
Laird Plastics: 404-351-1750
Links to ATM suppliers on the World Wide Web:
The ATM's Resource List: http://www.tfn.net/~blombard/
Bob Lombardi's ATM Resource List has been on the Internet for 11+ years, and is a comprehensive list of suppliers providing services and components for the ATM.
Links to other ATM Websites and email list servers:
The ATM Listserver. Send email to majordomo@shore.net with the following (minus quotes) in the message field: "subscribe atm". Do not place anything in the subject field. The Stellafane Homepage: http://www.stellafane.com/
ATM Recommended Booklist:
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| How to Make a Telescope | Texereau, Jean | Willmann-Bell, 1-800-825-7827, $19.95 |
| Build Your Own Telescope | Richard Berry | Willmann-Bell, 1-800-825-7827, $19.95 |
| Star Testing Astronomical Telescopes | H. R. Suiter | Willmann-Bell, 1-800-825-7827, $19.95 |