Hey Guys! You forgot to mention it's SkyShed Roll Off and SkyShed Telescope Pier! Or did I miss that part? Our team spent years designing those things and we always appreciate a shout out. CS!
@St.IrenaeusOfLyons
3 жыл бұрын
What permitting requirements do most towns have on such an observatory?
@technikchaot
3 жыл бұрын
@@St.IrenaeusOfLyons if you are allowed to have a shed in your backyard at this position you are allowed to build this.
@kishascape
2 жыл бұрын
@@St.IrenaeusOfLyons none. They cannot control you.
@kishascape
2 жыл бұрын
Shut the hell up skyshed. You can just mention it in the comment without being a passive agressive d*ckhead.
@fernandoschuindt1665
3 жыл бұрын
I'm back here again. Almost two years ago I saw this video, your dad kinda got me into this hobby. I just discovered a new world. Today I own here some scopes and cameras and I'm planning to build a home for them, just like your dad did. Thank you two.
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
3 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic! Best of luck with the observatory and thanks so much for leaving a comment! I’m about to forward this to my dad and I know he’ll be excited
@astrophotonics9470
6 жыл бұрын
Confirming you have the coolest Father. wow
@edpra7068
3 жыл бұрын
He's cool that's for sure. He's also a seriously smart dude.
@hairyfro
7 жыл бұрын
Amazing... You have an awesome dad.
@Sunscorched
6 жыл бұрын
This is a cracking set-up, marra. Your dad did himself bloody proud!
@ivx8345
6 жыл бұрын
Cool son, cool dad! Greetings from the Netherlands
@profpb
5 жыл бұрын
I've built telescopes and bought them, and been an VIP astronomer in the N.P. system. I'm now deep into photography and videos. You left me in the dark. Fantastic equipment and the videos are beyond belief.
@wack1305
24 күн бұрын
I can’t believe this guy is your dad! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years and I’ve seen this guys observatory but I never knew you were related. What a small world
@dgodiex
Жыл бұрын
I remember watching this video multiple times a few years ago, in awe to your dad's equipment and knowledge while I was starting in astrophotography. Your channel was still really small, even though you put so much effort and data into your work, it was great to come across one fo your recent videos and see how much the channel has grown. Congrats man!
@hollnagelc
6 жыл бұрын
Wow! I love the observatory and the gear. 👍🏻
@IPATCH
6 жыл бұрын
This is a very informative video for a starting out amateur such as myself. I want to eventually build an observatory such as Grande Pines. The tips offered in this video have answered some of my questions. I have subscribed and will be watching. Your dad is awesome! Thank you for posting. Happy stargazing!!!
@joedirt2862
2 жыл бұрын
Watching this made me pull my old Celestron8 out and dialed in. Great video , amazing set up.
@jakexd5524
5 жыл бұрын
That must have been very expensive
@TimK-1971
4 жыл бұрын
Your Dad is Awesome at explaining things. It's obvious that his mind is clear and sharp. I wish he was my neighbor.
@tiago6206
3 жыл бұрын
I'd love more videos from Grande Pines Observatory!
@dave_in_florida
4 жыл бұрын
One of the best produced and explained videos I have seen. Great explanation of complex subjects!!
@robertbauer1189
4 жыл бұрын
Very informative, very clear. Thank you for this overview.
@jaspalchadha111
7 жыл бұрын
Good work dad
@Gitarzan66
5 жыл бұрын
Wow that is one cool set up! The rolling shed roof is brilliant! Great video. Instant sub!
@canofanger
4 жыл бұрын
Wow - love NC and that looks like a heavenly observatory.
@electricengineer624
6 жыл бұрын
amazing set up ,waw,wish i had one
@WetaMantis
4 жыл бұрын
Your father is badass and has the most awesome setup you could imagine. I'm so jealous ;)
@Jefff72
6 жыл бұрын
Now that is one serious toy. We just found the winner of the coolest Dad Award.
@lnewton46
6 жыл бұрын
Holy cow... I grew up just down the road from you guys. My dad lived right beside the race track. Super setup...
@tchallalemou5307
4 жыл бұрын
Best explanation of Astrophotography. Well done Sir.
@jloren4647
5 жыл бұрын
This man does not mess around
@gmalekhine1395
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing Observatory! I really like it and especially the land in which is located on!
@andychess
5 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks to you and your dad for sharing your observatory with us:-).
@chazwozza67
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic setup
@donaldmartin7109
2 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT VIDEO. THANK YOU.
@antcorke4485
3 жыл бұрын
I’m just in the process of researching observatory options. I like this set-up.
@veizour
4 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks to you and your dad for the walkthrough (I'm 3 years too late)
@RaysAstrophotography
6 жыл бұрын
Very well done - dad & son
@JorgeDavalosBravo
7 жыл бұрын
¡Awesome equipment!
@michaelaldan4354
4 жыл бұрын
I too want to retire and buy a Serrurier RC scope...damn...mouthwatering setup...well filmed and very nice pics !
@ljesus67
6 жыл бұрын
An Amazing video!!! Excellent instalation!!!
@dannybolick4783
2 жыл бұрын
Cool, local NC native also. Love the scope.
@woody5109
2 жыл бұрын
Very cool, great stuff.
@jefflucas_life
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the overview, I hope to see your images, wow, nice setup! So glad you do manual focus!
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
6 жыл бұрын
Glad you like the video! The montage of shots at the end were lightly-processed pictures from the same observatory (old scope). He actually just got a new camera (mono w/ filter wheel) so I’ll eventually be filming another video focusing on imaging and the basic math behind processing and stacking! Right now he’s working on a better Running Man image, but unfortunately I’m leaving right around the full moon, so I won’t get to see the imaging!
@juandavidbarrada
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Please say thanks to your dad! He has a dream observatory! Hopefully, one day mine will be like that!
@2012truth1776
6 жыл бұрын
This is astronomical porn for me ! 😁 Really enjoy the video, and what a tremendous set up CHEERS to the both if you !!!
@michaelaldan4354
4 жыл бұрын
agreed agreed...hotdamn what a setup
@mikeyoung9810
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that. Great explanations for folks like me that know very little about telescopes. Thanks.
@Short_Trip_With_Me
4 жыл бұрын
Cool telescope. Very cool. I dream of such an observatory. 👍
@JulianMakes
3 жыл бұрын
What an awesome dad!
@skywatcherca
Жыл бұрын
Sir, great video - wonderful equipment - great observatory. I have a question please - does the auto guider telescope have to be a refractor or could it be an SCT reflector? Thanks again for sharing this video: lots of great ideas for anyone wishing to build a PROFESSIONAL home observatory.
@astroinceptor
3 жыл бұрын
Wow amazing
@burtpanzer
5 жыл бұрын
Apparently, right at the edge between light and dark on the lunar surface is where one can more easily observe interesting details. With this set-up, you have the best opportunity... if you want to see something exciting, forget Nebulas.
@RSTI191
6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video along with equipment...
@prabhakarv4193
6 жыл бұрын
Very nice
@MetaView7
3 жыл бұрын
That's impressive !
@DannyOvox3
3 жыл бұрын
awesome
@Nottsboy24
6 жыл бұрын
Great observatory 👍:)
@jacquechanny945
6 жыл бұрын
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@pankajchauhan506
4 жыл бұрын
Wow.....knowledgeable........I enjoyed the video....🙏👌8: 45 👍👌
@BillJobs01
3 жыл бұрын
Your dad is awesome
@ryanpmcguire
6 жыл бұрын
good shit my dude. rn i'm building an automatic telescope that tracks both alt / az. i had to write a bunch of software to control it properly. tbh like ur dad said only one axis tracking would be simpler but i had to make the mount fit in a car.
@waynegore176
6 жыл бұрын
my mouth was open the whole time with amazment
@clintkennedy8374
5 жыл бұрын
The coolest of dads right there, lucky son haha
@danielramirezcruz.2209
4 жыл бұрын
Great telescope I love it great video thanks....
@skywatcher8341
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Equipment and great observatory: would you please consider making a detailed video on the construction of the observatory. I am looking to build an observatory similar to your own and I'd like to know how many garage door wheels should be used, and other construction details. Thank you.
@StevenParrisWard
6 жыл бұрын
Many thanks.
@oupwo7468
2 жыл бұрын
hello, where did you buy such a fabric cover for your RC OTA? I am looking into buying one but i have struggles to find it. EDIT : I think I found it. It is simply called a "Shroud"
@laurelleaf4740
4 жыл бұрын
Can I visit you someday? i love your set up, particularly the retractable roof. That is awesome.
@fiddle1999
4 жыл бұрын
I have no idea what your father said, but it was super cool lol
@fnersch3367
4 жыл бұрын
Your diagram indicates a Gregorian RC configuration. Must have a primary of about f/2. This is the first time for me to see one of these. They were common in the 18th C. Interesting.
@Ed-jk1mg
4 жыл бұрын
damn, that was interesting to watch! I really like the youtube plate you have in the background :D
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! I recently updated to a 2^12 play button that's only 12 microns across kzitem.info/news/bejne/pIiLtnacoYmHZqQ
@Ed-jk1mg
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlphaPhoenixChannel wow, what an amazing idea. Subscribed!
@ManishFrenchStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Superb telescope 🔭❤️, amazing video thank you for sharing 🙏🎁🎉🎉🎉🎉
@0815mkl
4 жыл бұрын
The sample image at 03:32 is it the running man nebula? Thanks for sharing, this is a hack of an amateur observatory. Very well presented.
@taskforceripper91
6 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@matthewkendall5235
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice set up guys! If you don't mind I would love to ask you three questions: With that sort of OTA does your guiding have to worry about mirror shift or flop or any differential flexure? Great that you can get away with a piggy backed guide scope versus going on or off axis guiding (ONAG or OAG). What software suites do you use for mount and camera control? It looks like you use PHD2 for guiding (single not multi star option) but are us you using The SkyX / N.i.N.A. / SGP / Maxim DL / Nebulosity / SharpPro / ACP etc for mount and camera control? Lastly for image Processing did you go Deep Sky Stacker + Photoshop, MaximDL, Nebulosity / Astro Pixel Processor / Pixel Insight and why did you land on that particular option?
@thehairdresser9320
Жыл бұрын
The secondary mirror is convex, not concav.
@kevinfrederick5013
4 жыл бұрын
Nice setup
@keeplookingup911
4 жыл бұрын
I wish i had this telescope. It would be so cool to watch deep space objects 🔭
@bunya303
6 жыл бұрын
Inspiring.
@humphrey4976
5 жыл бұрын
Shed goals
@bgm-1961
4 жыл бұрын
Am always curios about open telescope designs such as that... (I'm new to the hobby with a Celestron NexStar 11)... How do you keep the primary mirror clean?
@roccoraw7750
4 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Chile!
@whelanky
6 жыл бұрын
This observatory is so legit
@StagnantMizu
Жыл бұрын
cool dad
@mar504
5 жыл бұрын
Your dad could benefit greatly from off-axis guiding, big scopes with long focal lengths are not well suited for small guide scopes piggybacking on top. I use OAG on my 80mm, 130mm, and 200mm scopes.
@123chandimal
6 жыл бұрын
nice
@CaptRescue2
3 жыл бұрын
Brian, I would love to see some pics of how your Dad mounted to roof using the garage door tracks and rollers, that's one of the smartest (KISS method) ROR's I've seen.
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
3 жыл бұрын
It’s a SkyShed design - I think they sell plans. It’s a great setup. I think we have some pictures of erecting the walls but not too much detail of the build. I wasn’t filming everything back then xD
@CaptRescue2
3 жыл бұрын
@@AlphaPhoenixChannel Thanks for the reply. I'm in Hope Mills, NC and a member of the Raleigh Astronomy Club. Is your Dad a member of a local club?
@eamonia
2 жыл бұрын
Cool. One day...
@HHolmgaard
4 жыл бұрын
nice setup
@WetaMantis
4 жыл бұрын
2:45 Newton (Dobson mount) vs Ritchey-Chrétien
@carlos21626
6 жыл бұрын
I like!
@AB-tw5xb
6 жыл бұрын
Have you had the opportunity to film the ISS, and would the tracking motors be able to fallow at the speed? very nice setup.
@dioszegizoltan4493
5 жыл бұрын
The ISS moves very fast , much faster then the motors can track . The motors were designed to track stars that move across the sky in hours , the ISS moves across the sky in minutes
@salty-as-heck9915
6 жыл бұрын
Makes my portable amateur gear look like nothing. I have to travel to set my gear in a good area, so all I have is a portable 6 inch go-to telescope with GPS, dew heaters, and a camera, and a portable solar telescope. If I had a vast track of land, I'd love me an observatory, but not a possibility in the middle of a large urban area with buildings and city lights drowning everything, so I must make due with what I got.
@guilhermetorresj
2 жыл бұрын
Wait, so a focal reducer is like a backwards barlow?
@sebas_ruel
6 жыл бұрын
Cool setup. Love the garage rails for the roof. Do you have samples images of the RC on astrobin?
@rishabhathreya5376
6 жыл бұрын
Hello guys! Amazing observatory and telescope! I was wondering if you knew where to get those awesome mirrors, since I am in the process of building a telescope myself. And also, do you know what would be an ideal material to use as the "wall" (cylinder part) of the telescope? Thanks!
@mar504
5 жыл бұрын
Sonotube
@poly_hexamethyl
3 жыл бұрын
5:55 Just wondering....since it's an equitorial mount with only one driven dimension, doesn't that mean the autoguider can only correct errors in the drive rate? How can it correct errors in the direction of the equitorial axis?
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
3 жыл бұрын
It can adjust both axes - you can point anywhere in the sky with an equatorial mount or an alt-az, it’s just the rotation that is different. I believe that in either mode, using an autoguider will induce a slight rotation of the frame as you track an object, but for an equatorial mount, that rotation approaches zero if you have it lined up to north properly.
@Andrey_1959
4 жыл бұрын
Это почти профессиональное оборудование. Не удивлюсь, если Вы совершите очередное астрономическое открытие! Удачи.
@christheone248
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to know what this beast sets you back! This must be expensive!
@MindbodyMedic
4 жыл бұрын
this is the goal
@rangsilandrew3542
4 жыл бұрын
you must be a proud son
@roberthambleton6912
4 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed seeing the equipment, and the observatory ... great video! What are the dimensions of your observatory building (width and length)? Thank you.
@roberthambleton6912
4 жыл бұрын
I watched the video again and realized the size of 8' by 10' was stated at the beginning. My apologies.
@tubedude54
6 жыл бұрын
How do these scopes like that RC work for visual use? I know they have a larger than normal secondary mirror for photographic use but I would also want to use it visually. Are the images it produces suitable or is there too much vignetting?
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
6 жыл бұрын
I would expect it's fine for visual use, but the camera lives attached to this one so that it doesn't need to be recalibrated every time. The flat field it makes with the double-hyperbolic mirror setup helps with extra-large camera sensors, but I don't know if you'd notice a difference or not with your eye.
@dgodiex
6 жыл бұрын
Actually it's not recommended for visual use. Read the description here: www.highpointscientific.com/gso-14inch-rc-ritchey-chretien-truss-tube-telescope-14rct
@michal_king478
3 жыл бұрын
I love the dumbell weight just taped to the counterweight shaft 😂 and here I thought my shit was ghetto. I made counterweights by 3d printing essentially just an empty shell of a counterweight and filled it with concrete. I made two of those and sandwiched them between the original counterweights and tightened them up real well so id doesnt slip to one side of the shaft under any circumstance
@AlphaPhoenixChannel
3 жыл бұрын
His counterweights are actually screwed in these days xD
@michal_king478
3 жыл бұрын
@@AlphaPhoenixChannel but man am I jealous of his setup
@miguelc1451
4 жыл бұрын
Es un loco tu viejo !! el padre que a algunos nos gustaría tener !!
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