VENUS TRANSIT
Thursday, May 31, 2012
One June 6, 2012, we will once again witness the rare Transit of Venus. This transit would be the last one in our lifetime. It is a phenomenon wherein the planet passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. Venus would appear as black dot moving across the face of the sun. For more information on the event, click here.
posted by Oolalai @ 9:12 PM,
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PARTIAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
Friday, May 18, 2012
In the morning of May 21, 2012, a partial solar eclipse would be visible in the Philippines. It is however unfortunate that the "First Contact" would occur before sunrise. Nevertheless, this would be an exciting phenomenon and if the weather permits, this would be a good opportunity for solar imaging and solar observation. Below is a simulation of the entire eclipse in 15-minute intervals:
posted by Oolalai @ 12:37 AM,
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SOLAR IMAGING SESSION
Monday, May 14, 2012
In preparation for the upcoming Annular Solar Eclipse (May 21, 2012) and the Venus Transit (June 6, 2012) some members of UPLB Astrosoc went to PAG-ASA Observatory at UP Diliman for a solar imaging session. The imaging session was facilitated by Mr. Anthony Urbano, an alumnus of UP Astrosoc. He discussed several techniques including the projection method and the pinhole method for observing the said events. He also gave tips on how to observe and take photos of the Sun safely. Fortunately, he brought a telescope with a solar filter and so we got a chance to take photos of the Sun. He also brought substitute materials to come up with an improvised "solar glasses". A #14 welding glass can be used and it is readily available at a hardware store near you. For imaging purposes, a #10 welding glass can be used instead.
Below are some photos taken by Mr. Urbano himself.
posted by Oolalai @ 11:50 PM,
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