Binocular with solarfilter

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In preparation of the upcoming solar eclipse I made a solarfilter for my binocular. This evening I was able to test it and I was able to see even the bright sunspot located north east on the disc.

3 Weeks to go

to experience the solar eclipse across 3000 miles in America.

Iron Chrystal

Our national symbol still shining day and night. The Atomium visualizes an iron chrystal but 165 billion times enlarged.

Clouds

Unfortunately too many clouds in order to see the Mercury occultation 😢

Partial Daylight Occultation of Mercury

This morning, low above the eastern horizon, a partial occultation of Mercury will occur when Mercury will be partially concealed by the Moon. It will be difficult as the Moon is only 2 days old and 5% illuminated and it happens at 10° above the horizon.  The event will be happening around 7h43 UT (9h43 local)
So be very carefull as the sun will be at close proximity!

Nikon D850

After the introduction of the new Nikon D7500 earlier this year, Nikon announces the NIKON D850, replacing their Nikon D810.

Planets visible during Eclipse Aug 21, 2017

Which stars and planets will be visible during the solar eclipse of  August 21, 2017?
North-West of the eclipse will Mars and Venus show up. South-East is Mercurius visible. Just above the eastern horizon will Jupiter be seen. South-East of the eclipse the bright star Regulus can be found.
Information provided for Rexburg (ID).