Astronomical Phenomena for the Year 2004

Astronomical Phenomena for the Year 2004
Author: Barry Leonard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2001-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780756720636

Chapters: seasons, moon phases, eclipses & transit of Venus; occultations, perigee & apogee of the moon; geocentric & heliocentric planetary phenomena; visibility of the planets; times of meridian passages & elongations & magnitudes of the planets; diary of configurations of the sun, moon & planets; perihelion passages of comets; chronological cycles & eras; religious & civil holidays; Gregorian calendar & Julian day numbers; mean sidereal time; sun: equation of time & declination; circumpolar stars; international time zones; explanation of rising & setting tables; sunrise & sunset tables; moonrise & moonset tables; & eclipses.

Fundamentals of Astrometry

Fundamentals of Astrometry
Author: Jean Kovalevsky
Publisher:
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2011-12-18
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1139118293

This text details the fundamentals of astrometry at milli- and micro-arcsecond accuracies.

Reports on Astronomy 2003-2005 (IAU XXVIA)

Reports on Astronomy 2003-2005 (IAU XXVIA)
Author: Oddbjorn Engvold
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2007-05-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521856041

Transactions XXVIA of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) provides a comprehensive and authoritative review of what has been achieved in astronomy during the years 2003 to 2005. The insightful and up-to-date reviews are written by the Presidents and Chairpersons of the IAU's different Divisions, Commissions and Working Groups and each focuses on a different subject area. Topics covered in this wide-ranging volume include: fundamental astronomy; the Sun and heliosphere; planetary systems sciences; stars; variable stars; interstellar matter; the Galactic system; galaxies and the Universe; optical and infrared techniques; radio astronomy; space and high energy astrophysics; and other IAU activities. The reviews are written at a level suitable for colleagues in the same field, but they will also be useful for students and researchers wishing to gain an overview beyond their own research area.

Night Sky 2004

Night Sky 2004
Author: Michael Hendrie
Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Astronomy
ISBN: 9780007156917

This is a concise and simple guide to seeing the stars, moon and planets with the naked eye - effectively a month-by-month guide to the night sky in the year 2004. the evening, whilst notes opposite each chart describe the visibility of the planets and the phases of the moon. times, in addition to a table highlighting the principal meteor showers in 2004, and notes on other important events in the astronomical calendar.

Daily Planetary Guide 2004

Daily Planetary Guide 2004
Author: Llewellyn
Publisher:
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2003-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9780738701318

See what's up in 2004-up in the heavens, that is! Then you'll have the edge on successfully planning your days in 2004. Designed with both astrological newcomers and professionals in mind, Llewellyn's trusted Daily Planetary Guide is easier to use than ever before. This comprehensive planner contains an introduction to astrology (with information about the planets, signs, houses, and aspects) and data for tracking the Sun, Moon, planets, Chiron, and the four major asteroids. Back this year is the popular aspectarian that includes the sign planets are in (for quick reference) and listings for Eastern and Pacific time zones, as well as a conversion table for other time zones. For your convenience, times in the calendar are now adjusted for Daylight Saving Time. Also included in Llewellyn's Daily Planetary Guide: • Ephemeris tables • Planet retrograde and direct station times • Moon sign, phase, and void-of-course periods • Planet and Moon ingress times • Planetary hours chart with complete instructions • Sunrise and sunset time tables • Planetary business guide • Weekly forecasts by Kim Rogers-Gallagher