Where Men Search for Starlight continued

Author:

Tao, Gene

Title:

Where Men Search for Starlight continued

Periodical:

Honolulu Star Bulletin

Year:

1982

Volume:

V3

Pages:

32

Subject:

Astronomy Kitt Peak National Observatory National New Technology Telescope Observatory sites

Summary:

Tucson is currently the astronomy capital of the world, hosting the world's largest observatory - Kitt Peak National Observatory. The planned National New Technology Telescope could also be placed in Tucson. The article also described how astronomers observe nowadays - they no longer look through a telescope. Rather, they sit in front of television screens and the product of a nigh'ts work is stored in magnetic computer tapes. With photos of Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory atop Mr. Hopkins and the 158-inch Mayall telescope.

Date:

October 17, 1982

Collection:

Akiyama