Radio and radar astronomy are powerful tools when studying the wonders of the universe,yet they tend to mystify amateur astronomers. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to newcomers,containing everything you need to start observing at radio wavelengths.
Written by a mechanical engineer who has actually built and operated the tools described,the book contains a plethora of tested advice and practical resources. This revised edition of the original2014bookGetting Started in Radio Astronomyprovides a complete overview of the latest technology and research,including the newest models and equipment on the market as well as an entirely new section on radio astronomy with software-defined radios (SDRs).
Four brand-new beginner projects are included,including bouncing a radar signal off the Moon,detecting the aurora,and tuning into the downlink radio used by astronauts aboard the ISS.Requiring no previous knowledge,no scary mathematics,and no expensive equipment,the book will serve as a fun and digestible reference for any level of astronomers hoping to expand their skills into the radio spectrum.
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AGISBN: 9783030549053Number of pages: 309Weight: 510 gDimensions: 235 x 155 mmEdition: 2nd ed. 2021
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