(meteorobs) Re: pictures about meteor observing

[Peter Jenniskens]

Hello Francisco,

Yes, this is the sort of picture I had in mind. However, 
to motivate
others to go out, we need similar pictures that show 
meteor observers
at work, not just a group pose. The picture has to convey 
a real sense of
being out meteor observing. They could also be pictures 
that show in a practical
manner how to use digital cameras and camcorders that are 
within
reach of all amateur astronomers. I do like the star 
background and the
scenery. Watch out for those closed eyes.

The predictions for the Perseid Filament remain unchanged 
and are
in need of updating as soon as more information becomes 
available.
Would be great if the return of this dust component can be 
confirmed
from observations.

-Peter


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Perhaps it is not the best picture, but we were very happy 
with our new self-made rotative obturator system. It was 
exactly 3 years ago (Great Perseids display, and nice 
orbits). If you were interested I can send you further 
details.

Congratulations for your book! Really interesting!

Sincerely,

Paco Ocaña

PS: The rate calculator at aurigid website it is very 
nice. I find a secondary Perseid peak around  02UT visible 
from Europe. Is it the filament peak listed in your book? 
Have you made new calculations? Are they accessible? Thank 
you in advance!

Peter Jenniskens escribió:

>
> To help raise interest in meteor observing, I would
> like to ask if anyone can provide us with some
> nice looking digital images about observing meteors.
>
> In particular about using a digital camera, photographic
> camera, low light level camera, or video camcorder
> in the field at night (active pose, stars in the background,
> flashed in observer?). If not, perhaps we could create some
> during the Perseids?
>
> Please provide details on who is shown and how and
> where the picture was taken. We also need your permission
> to use the image in publications on the net and in print.
>
> Please send to: pjenniskens at seti.org
>
> Thank you.
>
> -Peter Jenniskens
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