Tarantula Nebula Details

tarantula details

An enlarged portion from the original ST10E image reveals fine structure and dynamic processes within the heart of the Tarantula Nebula complex.

Technical Details:

  • Subject: Tarantula Nebula
  • Instrument: Astro Physics 130mm EDF @ f/6
  • Platform: Losmandy G11 German equatorial mount
  • Exposure: 9 X 300 seconds
  • CCD Camera: SBIG ST10e
  • Filter: Custom Scientific 4.0 nm Hydrogen Alpha Filter
  • Process: Image combine and alignment in MaxumDL software
  • Photographer: John P. Gleason
  • Location: Coonabarbran, New South Wales, Australia
  • Location: Australian-American Imaging Station

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    Last updated: 09/15/01