Library telescope

Library telescope

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About this tool
Description

Observing celestial objects at night. Safety warning - NEVER point a telescope at the sun. Even a brief encounter can permanently damage one's vision.


4.5" optical tube
This tool is recommended for lending libraries.
Used by these projects Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (Toledo) and Way Library (Perrysburg). Target Asteroids!, Citizen CATE Experiment
Ideal Age Group Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
(It's a telescope. You point it at the night sky to observe stars, nebulae, planets.)
Training Learning materials are available online.
Use considerations Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.).
Size & weight Large: This tool is over 12 inches in at least one dimension.
Between 5lb and 20lb (a car tire weighs about 20lb)
Expected lifetime Should last at least a year
Topics Education, Astronomy & Space
Activities At night
Tool updated June 25, 2017, 12:29 p.m.