Re: re satellite tracking

From: JAY RESPLER (jrespler@superlink.net)
Date: Thu Feb 03 2000 - 21:04:01 PST

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George, Marple wrote:
> 
> I intend to build a 6" f/8 reflector with a dobsonion mount-manually
> controlled-ie by hand!-would this equipment be ok for tracking
> satellites and - hopefully - to record positional observations-or
> should I be looking for a larger aperture scope-budget is my main
> driver in this!

You don't need larger. Probably don't even need scope. Most
obs are made with binoculars. Try them before getting a scope.

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