[Atmob-discuss] observatory dome versus roll-off - looking foradvice

[A. Joseph Ross]

On 6 Dec 2007 at 8:50, Steve Beckwith wrote:

> I have a self-built dome similar to Mario's.  The similarities don't
> end there as I agree with his opinion on accessibility and going with
> a roll-off.  I have a sixteen-foot dome and can only comfortably fit
> six adults in it - eight in a pinch.   Little things such as only one
> or two people at a time in a dome can really limit or kill the
> long-term interest of the teachers and students.  I've found with most
> things (gadgets, etc.)usability is important.  If something is tough
> to use or access, then people will lose interest.

By coincidence, I happen to have just come across an article in the 
September 1998 Sky & Telescope, page 123, about aan unusual 
bicylinder design for a backyard observatory that combines some of 
the advantages of a dome with low cost and easy construction.  If you 
can get hold of the article, it may be of use.

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