telescopes

Doc must fix a blurry-eyed telescope in time to see the meteor shower.

"Over the last five centuries, optical engineers have created world-changing instruments and technologies, such as telescopes, microscopes, cameras, and televisions. Learn how the study of light and vision can be combined with the engineering design process to turn a bright idea into a reality."--P. [4] of cover.

Explains what microscopes and telescopes are, and how large objects like planets can be measured.

Contains text and cutaway illustrations that provide information about large telescopes, looking at the history and development of telescope technology, and examining some of the modern-day super telescopes, including the Hubble.

A guide to purchasing and mounting a telescope and observing the heavens. Includes illustrations and charts.

Explains the science behind telescopes, x-rays, thermal imaging, and other advanced vision technologies, discussing the electromagnetic spectrum and other related topics.

Waves of sound, light and energy pulsate in the air and sea around us.

Photographs and easy-to-follow text teach young readers about telescopes and how they are used.