For many years, two DSL lines have been used as media for internet connection at ROSA. But since longer time, the capacity became a bottleneck for transfering data from the six observatories. New 25M/60M sensors and faster optics created data volumes the two DSL lines...
In 2021, the proven SBIG 340 allsky camera was replaced by a selfmade camera based on Raspberry Pi using Pi HQ camera model. The resolution is much better and the WiFi connection allowed an optimal place. The only issue during last fall was the fact, that the...
I first imaged the planetary Nebula Messier 76 (M76, NGC 650/651) in December 2010. There are many objects which looks easy to process, but are pretty demanding. M76 is one of these, specially because of the high dynamic range between the main body and the "wings"....
Hey I'm Martin
I’m a Swiss amateur astrophotographer. My interest in astronomy started when I was 16. At that time, I built my first Newtonian telescope and mount.
Deep Sky Astrophotography allows me to experience the beauty of the sky. The processing of the images is like a meditation for me – to take time to make the fine details of galaxies and nebulae visible is a gift.