Armagh Schmidt Telescope
12"/18" Armagh Schmidt Telescope.
The
Calver reflector was converted into a Schmidt
telescope in 1950. The Royal Society provided a grant
for the conversion of the optical parts by the firm of
Cox, Hargreaves and Thomson, who also provided a
synchronized drive. The mounting of the Calver was
retained. Through a gift from Mr. T. Scott of Armagh,
a dome was built (see P. Moore,
"Armagh Observatory
1790-1967", p.49).
Image of M51 taken with the Schmidt
See also:
After restoration
Biography of George Calver
Last Revised: 2009 November 18th
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