Astronomy Magazine - Skyfire,The Impending Birth of Our Supergalaxy

Features Skyfire: The impending birth of our supergalaxy by Ray Villard The Andromeda Galaxy is on a collision course with the Milky Way. What effects will this cosmic crash have on future astronomers? Web Extra: When galaxies collide by Richard Talcott Although the Milky Way’s scheduled collision with the Andromeda Galaxy in a few billion years may be the most spectacular galaxy smash-up on our horizon, it’s not the only cosmic crash astronomers have studied. Watch these computer simulations for a taste of what gravity can fashion. What string theory tells us about the universe by Sten Odenwald A universe with 10 dimensions forms the backbone of a grand theory that describes astronomers’ observations. The race is on to prove it. Web Extra: The universe’s extra dimensions by Liz Kruesi For superstring theory to work, our cosmos must have another six dimensions. Where are they hiding? The reluctant astronomer by Andy Burns, Nick Howes A brilliant chemist and mathematician, John Herschel could have chosen many careers. Instead, he took up the “sacred duty” started by his father. Web Extra: John Herschel’s notes from the Cape by Karri Ferron Read a few excerpts from the great astronomer's journal from studying the Southern Hemisphere skies. The life and times of Al Nagler by Michael E. Bakich For 36 years, the man behind Tele Vue Optics has been a force in amateur astronomy. Web Extra: Eyepiece that changed observing by Michael E. Bakich Tele Vue’s introduction of the Nagler eyepiece in 1980 started a revolution in high-quality optics. Bernhard Hubls unusual universe by Bernhard Hubl Often-overlooked galaxy groups, star clusters, and dark nebulae showcase this skyshooter’s best work. Web Extra: Deep-sky objects through the eyes of an Austrian imager by Karri Ferron Bernhard Hubl has photographed everything from Messier objects to obscure galaxy clusters, but those off the beaten path are his favorite. Shoot easier with the Nightscape CCD camera by Craig and Tammy Temple This Celestron camera offers the bells and whistles of more expensive models. all these magazines have been gently read private collector address label stock photo great readable issue lowest prices all the time see all my magazine back issues.

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