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| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 4, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 4, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 4th | + | |
| + | == Astronomy Report – December 4th == | ||
Facility Utilized: Musk Observatory | Facility Utilized: Musk Observatory | ||
| − | + | Crew members Utilized: Thomas Horn | |
Supplies Utilized: Solar Telescope / Eyepiece / Camera / Dome | Supplies Utilized: Solar Telescope / Eyepiece / Camera / Dome | ||
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Today’s activity was primarily focused on setting up the solar observatory for operation throughout the mission. A quick survey of the sun was done and no unusual solar activity was spotted. Images below were taken during today’s operation. | Today’s activity was primarily focused on setting up the solar observatory for operation throughout the mission. A quick survey of the sun was done and no unusual solar activity was spotted. Images below were taken during today’s operation. | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 5, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 5, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 5th | + | |
| + | == Astronomy Report – December 5th == | ||
Name: Thomas Horn | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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Wind Conditions: Still | Wind Conditions: Still | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 8: | + | Observation Start Time: 8:30 a.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 9: | + | Observation End Time: 9:30 a.m. |
| − | Summary: Did a scan of solar features for unusual activity. None | + | Summary: Did a scan of solar features for unusual activity. None observed. Image of solar surface attached. |
| − | observed. Image of solar surface attached. | ||
Objects Viewed: Sun | Objects Viewed: Sun | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 6th | + | |
| + | == Astronomy Report – December 6th == | ||
Name: Thomas Horn | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light Wind | Wind Conditions: Light Wind | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 3: | + | Observation Start Time: 3:30 p.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 5: | + | Observation End Time: 5:00 p.m. |
Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done. | Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done. | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 6th | + | |
| + | == Astronomy Report – December 6th == | ||
Name: Thomas Horn | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light Wind | Wind Conditions: Light Wind | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 3: | + | Observation Start Time: 3:30 p.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 5: | + | Observation End Time: 5:00 p.m. |
Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done. | Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done. | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 7, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 7, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 7th | + | |
| − | + | == Astronomy Report – December 7th == | |
| + | Name: Akash Trivedi | ||
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| + | Crew: 184 | ||
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Date: 7/12/17 | Date: 7/12/17 | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light | Wind Conditions: Light | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 2: | + | Observation Start Time: 2:45 p.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: | + | Observation End Time: 4 p.m. |
Summary: No interesting features, took a few pics | Summary: No interesting features, took a few pics | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 11, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 11, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 11th | + | |
| − | + | == Astronomy Report – December 11th == | |
| + | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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| + | Crew: 184 | ||
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Date: 12/11/17 | Date: 12/11/17 | ||
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Wind Conditions: Still | Wind Conditions: Still | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 10: | + | Observation Start Time: 10:30 a.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 1: | + | Observation End Time: 1:30 p.m. |
Summary: It was reported there were interesting prominence’s at the limb of the sun. These were not able to be observed, but two sunspots were identified in the below image. | Summary: It was reported there were interesting prominence’s at the limb of the sun. These were not able to be observed, but two sunspots were identified in the below image. | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 12, 2017 ===== | ||
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| + | == Astronomy Report – December 12th == | ||
| + | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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| + | Crew: 184 | ||
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Date: 12/12/17 | Date: 12/12/17 | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light Winds | Wind Conditions: Light Winds | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 11: | + | Observation Start Time: 11:30 a.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 2: | + | Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m. |
| − | Summary: We were able to observe three prominence’s on the limb of the sun which were visible using the eyepiece as well as the camera. They are imaged below. In the raw image it was impossible to view the prominence and the sun surface at the same time (as expected). We are novices at | + | Summary: We were able to observe three prominence’s on the limb of the sun which were visible using the eyepiece as well as the camera. They are imaged below. In the raw image it was impossible to view the prominence and the sun surface at the same time (as expected). We are novices at Photoshop, but attempted to optimize different parts of the picture for different settings to allow both features to be present in the same image. Images of the three prominence’s are attached that were experimented with. If anyone has advice or instructions on how to better utilize Photoshop to allow two very different features to show through in the same image it would be welcomed. |
Hoping this solar activity continues! | Hoping this solar activity continues! | ||
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Problems Encountered: None | Problems Encountered: None | ||
| − | POSTED ON DECEMBER 13, 2017 | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 13, 2017 ===== |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 13th | + | |
| − | Name: Thomas Horn | + | == Astronomy Report – December 13th == |
| + | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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| + | Crew: 184 | ||
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Date: 12/13/17 | Date: 12/13/17 | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light Winds | Wind Conditions: Light Winds | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 11: | + | Observation Start Time: 11:30 a.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 2: | + | Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m. |
Summary: Unfortunately observing was not able to be done today due to extensive cloud cover. We are hoping the cloud clears enough to allow us to watch the Geminids tonight. In the meantime we used the procedure Peter sent out yesterday to re-process the images from yesterday and it worked great, example below. | Summary: Unfortunately observing was not able to be done today due to extensive cloud cover. We are hoping the cloud clears enough to allow us to watch the Geminids tonight. In the meantime we used the procedure Peter sent out yesterday to re-process the images from yesterday and it worked great, example below. | ||
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Problems Encountered: Clouds | Problems Encountered: Clouds | ||
| − | + | ===== POSTED ON DECEMBER 15, 2017 ===== | |
| − | Astronomy Report – December 15th | + | |
| − | + | == Astronomy Report – December 15th == | |
| + | Name: Thomas Horn | ||
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| + | Crew: 184 | ||
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Date: 7/15/17 | Date: 7/15/17 | ||
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Wind Conditions: Light | Wind Conditions: Light | ||
| − | Observation Start Time: 2:00 | + | Observation Start Time: 2:00 p.m. |
| − | Observation End Time: 2:30 | + | Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m. |
Summary: No observing, shutdown Observatory and returned Laptop to HAB | Summary: No observing, shutdown Observatory and returned Laptop to HAB | ||
Revision as of 17:34, 16 March 2019
Contents
- 1 POSTED ON DECEMBER 4, 2017
- 2 Astronomy Report – December 4th
- 3 Astronomy Report – December 5th
- 4 Astronomy Report – December 6th
- 5 Astronomy Report – December 6th
- 6 Astronomy Report – December 7th
- 7 Astronomy Report – December 11th
- 8 Astronomy Report – December 12th
- 9 Astronomy Report – December 13th
- 10 Astronomy Report – December 15th
POSTED ON DECEMBER 4, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 4th
Facility Utilized: Musk Observatory
Crew members Utilized: Thomas Horn
Supplies Utilized: Solar Telescope / Eyepiece / Camera / Dome
Duration (minutes): 180 minutes
Description of Activity: Radiation is a deadly threat to astronauts both in transit to and on the surface of mars, particularly when the astronauts are exposed to the sun. While astronauts can rely on ground support to identify any solar hazards that develop, communication with the ground cannot be guaranteed. If a Mars Habitat had an independent method of solar observation it could provide critical advance notice that solar flares or other hazards were developing and give direction to crew to shelter in place in radiation storm shelters.
Today’s activity was primarily focused on setting up the solar observatory for operation throughout the mission. A quick survey of the sun was done and no unusual solar activity was spotted. Images below were taken during today’s operation.
POSTED ON DECEMBER 5, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 5th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/5/2017
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Still
Observation Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
Observation End Time: 9:30 a.m.
Summary: Did a scan of solar features for unusual activity. None observed. Image of solar surface attached.
Objects Viewed: Sun
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 6th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/6/2017
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Light Wind
Observation Start Time: 3:30 p.m.
Observation End Time: 5:00 p.m.
Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done.
Objects Viewed: N/A
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 6, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 6th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/6/2017
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Light Wind
Observation Start Time: 3:30 p.m.
Observation End Time: 5:00 p.m.
Summary: Crew Astronomer trained crew on observatory and telescope operations, no actual observing done.
Objects Viewed: N/A
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 7, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 7th
Name: Akash Trivedi
Crew: 184
Date: 7/12/17
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Light
Observation Start Time: 2:45 p.m.
Observation End Time: 4 p.m.
Summary: No interesting features, took a few pics
Objects Viewed: Sun
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 11, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 11th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/11/17
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Still
Observation Start Time: 10:30 a.m.
Observation End Time: 1:30 p.m.
Summary: It was reported there were interesting prominence’s at the limb of the sun. These were not able to be observed, but two sunspots were identified in the below image.
Objects Viewed: Sun, Sunspot
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 12, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 12th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/12/17
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Light Winds
Observation Start Time: 11:30 a.m.
Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m.
Summary: We were able to observe three prominence’s on the limb of the sun which were visible using the eyepiece as well as the camera. They are imaged below. In the raw image it was impossible to view the prominence and the sun surface at the same time (as expected). We are novices at Photoshop, but attempted to optimize different parts of the picture for different settings to allow both features to be present in the same image. Images of the three prominence’s are attached that were experimented with. If anyone has advice or instructions on how to better utilize Photoshop to allow two very different features to show through in the same image it would be welcomed.
Hoping this solar activity continues!
Objects Viewed: 3 Solar Prominences
Problems Encountered: None
POSTED ON DECEMBER 13, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 13th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 12/13/17
Sky Conditions: Cloud Covered
Wind Conditions: Light Winds
Observation Start Time: 11:30 a.m.
Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m.
Summary: Unfortunately observing was not able to be done today due to extensive cloud cover. We are hoping the cloud clears enough to allow us to watch the Geminids tonight. In the meantime we used the procedure Peter sent out yesterday to re-process the images from yesterday and it worked great, example below.
Thanks for the help! We will try again tomorrow and hope the clouds clear.
Objects Viewed: Nothing
Problems Encountered: Clouds
POSTED ON DECEMBER 15, 2017
Astronomy Report – December 15th
Name: Thomas Horn
Crew: 184
Date: 7/15/17
Sky Conditions: Clear
Wind Conditions: Light
Observation Start Time: 2:00 p.m.
Observation End Time: 2:30 p.m.
Summary: No observing, shutdown Observatory and returned Laptop to HAB
Objects Viewed: None
Problems Encountered: None
