The image shows Comet C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS) passing by the globular cluster M10 (at the centre of the image). The comet made its closest approach to Earth on 14th July. The image taken on 15th July also captures another globular cluster M12 (top-left corner of the image). This image also captures hint of IFN in the constellation of Ophiuchus.
The image was acquired remotely via Telescope Live.
Exif:
Lum: 4*180 seconds
Red: 2*180 seconds
Green: 2*180 seconds
Blue: 2*180 seconds
Total Integration Time: 30 minutes
Equipment:
Telescope: Takahashi FSQ-106EDX4
Camera: FLI PL 16083
Mount: Paramount MX+
Filters: Astrodon LRGB Filters
Location: IC Astronomy Observatory, Spain
Data e Ora di acquisizione 15 Luglio 2022 alle 20:00 |
Condizioni del Cielo Good seeing |
Filtri Utilizzati Astrodon LRGB |
Diametro del Telescopio 106 mm (4") |
Focale di Acquisizone 382 mm |
Soggetti Comet and Globular Cluster |
Schema Ottico del Telescopio Rifrattore |
Marca del Telescopio Takahashi |
Fenomeno o Evento Astronomico Conjunction |
Tipo Immagine Digitale |
Dispositivo di Acquisizione CCD |
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