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Old 08-04-2005, 10:03 PM
stringscope (Ian)
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Smile First Light For Stringscope

Well my stringscope achieved 1st light tonight (2nd light for mirror). I had to recheck focal plane position before fabricating the "string" truss assembly. What better way than starlight from Alpa Centauri.

Jobs completed:

Upper tube assembly.
Mirror box.
Electrical panel.

Major jobs outstanding:

1. "String" truss assembly.
2. Altitude bearings
3. Recoat primary mirror.
4. Rocker box.
5. Lots and lots of little jobs.

Cheers,
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