Construction of a 22 Inch Telescope

I. History

1.1 Beginning


II. The Project
 

2.1 Introduction


III. Optics

3.1 Mirror, Grinding and Polishing

3.2 Mirror Cell

3.3 Newtonian Secondary

3.4 Cassegrain Secondary


IV. Mounting

4.1 Evolution of the Mounting

4.2 Declination Bearing Housings

4.3 Fork

4.4 Polar Axle

4.5 Declination Axle

4.6 Mount Base

4.7 A Frame Base

4.8 Tube Assembly

4.9 Focuser
 

V. Drive
5.1 Drive System Mechanics

5.2 Celestron CompuStar Computer Control


VI. Completed Project
 

6.1 Finished 22" Telescope
 
6.2 Acknowledgments

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