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As I understand it, this isn't so much a problem with deep sky imaging as it is for stuff with limited windows of observation like comets and asteroids. Deep sk
by foxyv 5y ago
As I understand it, this isn't so much a problem with deep sky imaging as it is for stuff with limited windows of observation like comets and asteroids. Deep sky stuff like nebulas and distant stars you can clean the stacks using a computer.
From the article:
"As a result, the study concludes that satellite streaking poses more of a problem for astronomical research on comets and asteroids, which are easier to spot during twilight hours."
I would really be happy if SpaceX started setting aside funds for free and open academic orbital telescopes that could be used by universities. Maybe even work with universities like MIT and Cal Tech to create a network of such satellites. Pay back a little to the astronomy community.