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bkm2304
21-12-2008, 02:20 PM
Hi,
Does anyone have or know where to get details of upcoming lunar librations. I want to get a look at Mare Orientale when it's favourable.

Thanks

Richard
saberscorpx
21-12-2008, 10:11 PM
Hi Richard-

According to VMA, the dates in 2009 with illuminated western limb librations of 5° or more are: Apr 20-23, May 17-22, Jun 13-19, Jul 11-18, Aug 08-15, and Sep 05-10 (7° or more on May 19-20, Jun 14-18, and Jul 14-16).


Saber Does The Stars at
http://www.astronomyblogs.com/member/saberscorpx
bkm2304
22-12-2008, 12:19 AM
Hi Stephen,

Brilliant!Thanks a lot. Lots of opportunities to get a look at M. Orientale.

Richard:thumbsup: