I am looking for a book or references on the mathematics and design
of astrolabes.
Apologies if this is a little off topic, but since the maths is not
too dissimilar from that of sundials it is likely that some list
members will be astrolabe designers too and I would appreciate any
Les Cowley wrote:
I am looking for a book or references on the mathematics and design
of astrolabes.
Apologies if this is a little off topic, but since the maths is not
too dissimilar from that of sundials it is likely that some list
members will be astrolabe designers too and I would
As a non-scientific novice to dialing, I notice that the few articles I have
read regarding horizontal sundials, as well as other types, all stress the
importance of ensuring that steps are taken to precisely determine the
meridian line in order to orient the sundial properly. It appears to me
I am looking for a book or references on the mathematics and design
of astrolabes.
you will want to know about the astrolabes sold by Janus. the fellow
who owns the company also sells a nice computer astrolabe program.
the manuals that accompany the astrolabes and software are nice
Bob Weaver wrote:
As a non-scientific novice to dialing, I notice that the few articles I have
read regarding horizontal sundials, as well as other types, all stress the
importance of ensuring that steps are taken to precisely determine the
meridian line in order to orient the sundial
