ISS Observations and Questions about 2 line elements

From: Robert Schuette (n3snz@hotmail.com)
Date: Sat Aug 30 2003 - 18:28:17 EDT

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    Hello,
    
    In the few observations I have made of the ISS through my 20x80 Giant 
    Binoculars, I have observed a copper and white colors to the station. Is 
    this the spaceframe and the solar panels I'm seeing or a possible water dump 
    in progress?
    
    Also I am having trouble understanding 2 line elements. I know the first 
    part is the satellite's designation but what is the rest of it all? And how 
    is it possible to calculate your own numbers??
    
    Bob Schuette
    Portland Pennsylvania USA
    
    
    
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