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Solar research halted during the total solar eclipse Sunday, May 20, at the National Solar Thermal Test Facility located at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, N.M. The annular eclipse can be seen reflected in some of the 212 computer-controlled mirrors called heliostats. The aligned sun and moon are seen here during the event through protective glass. The mirrors were recently replaced with a $3.7 million federal stimulus grant.
(Photo by Randy Montoya)
Everyone seems to have uploaded a photograph of yesterday's eclipse; who I am not to run with the herd?
The eclipse of 20th March 2015 from a Merseyside doorstep.
I was at my brother's home in Salem, Oregon, to see the total eclipse. In that location, the period of totality was almost 2 minutes long. All of the partial eclipse shots were taken with a Canon T7i with a Tamron 18-300 lens, a 2x telextender, and a solar filter from Thousand Oaks Optical. The total eclipse shot was taken with a Panasonic Lumix 30x travel zoom point-and-shoot camera that also captures raw images.
M/Y Eclipse is a luxury yacht constructed by Blohm + Voss in Hamburg, Germany. The yacht is owned by Roman Abramovich, the exact length is unknown, however is believed to be over 164 metres (538 ft) long, and is due to be delivered to Abramovich in 2010 after the finishing touches have been applied. This makes Eclipse the world's largest private yacht, 11 metres (36 ft) longer than the world's previous biggest yacht Dubai, which belongs to Sheikh Mohammed, the ruler of Dubai. The yacht's initial cost was estimated at € 340 million (circa $485 million US), but a September 2009 report indicated that final costs could approach € 800 million ($1.2 billion US).
Eclipse has two helicopter pads, 11 guest cabins, two swimming pools, several hot tubs and a disco hall. She also comes equipped with three launch boats, and a mini-submarine that is capable of submerging to 50 meters. Approximately 70 crew members are needed to operate the yacht.
For security, Eclipse is fitted with intruder detection systems and a German-built missile defense system. The windows in Abramovich's master suite and the yacht's bridge are also fitted with bullet-proof glass and both are armor plated. The yacht is also equipped with an anti-paparazzi shield in the form of lasers that sweep the surroundings, and when they detect a CCD, they fire a bolt of light right at the camera to obliterate any photograph. According to The Times, these don’t run all the time, so friends and guests should still be able to grab snaps. Instead, they will be activated when guards spot likely professional photographers nearby.
Kathy Roberts and I just had an amazing adventure this past week. We left Friday morning to go to Ashland to stay and see a couple of plays. Beyond that, we had no idea where we were going to view the eclipse. The closest reservation I could get was Eugene, Oregon. But, it was a hour drive to the zone of totality.
In Ashland, we had dinner with my brother Bill Roberts and his wife Elizabeth Wies Roberts. They had come up to Ashland couple of days for before and saw a couple of plays. They were going to leave the next morning for Albany, Oregon, which is in the middle of the zone. He was a lot smarter than me and made reservations years ago.
The next day, brother Bill texts that when they checked into the hotel, they upgraded him to a min-suite with and extra bed, we could use if we want. Yes we said.
The next day, we leave early to drive to Albany, we were about a half an hour south of Eugene, when we get a text from our daughter, Jessica Roberts, that they are about a half an hour north of Eugene. They intended to go to the coast to see the eclipse, So we randomly have breakfast with Jessica Roberts, son-in-law, Josh Barizn and grandson Calvin in Eugene, Oregon.
We tell them our plans. Josh checks the weather at the beach, and there is a chance of fog during the eclipse. They decided to stay in Eugene, so we went the to hotel and transfer out reservation to Jessica.
We drive into Albany, with no traffic problems. Brother Bill was out exploring the town. As we were waiting, I was chit chatting with the receptionist when off the top of my head I ask, “Do you have any cancellations”. She looked on the computer, and we end up with a room in the middle of the zone, when a king sizes bed.
The hotel was right next to the Fair Grounds, where there are acres and acres of open viewing space. We text Jessica that there were no traffic problems and would check in with her in the morning.
So the big day comes, we set up a viewing area in the parking lot of the Fair Grounds. Right next to us is a man setting up a lot of camera equipment. I was unable to get a solar filter for my camera, so I was only going to be able to photograph the total part to the event. He says that he has an extra sheet and gives it to me. I set up my camera, take a couple of practice shots and wait.
I am with Kathy, my daughter, Jessica, her husband Josh, grandson Calvin, brother Bill and Sister in law, Liz.
It started gradually, the only way know is to look at the sun through special glasses. Slowly, the moon nipple at the sun until there was just a sliver. But even the sliver was too bright to look at without the glasses. It had grown darker, but still daytime.
Then, pow, the moon blocs out the sun. It gets dark, the stars and planets come out and a magnificent corona circles the moon. I became somewhat emotional, as I was witnessing a fantastic and rare event.
You could feel the difference in the air, it was not exactly cooler, but it felt different. It was an amazing experience.
Then the moon slowly covers less of the sun until everything is back to normal.
That was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had. I would go to another in a heartbeat.
We thought was were smart by staying in Albany until 3PM and took some secondary roads. What should have taken an hour, took three and a half hours. We bailed at Cottage Grove and stayed in an old fashioned resort, which had seen better days, but had acres and acres of gardens, Kathy was a happy camper.
The next morning we went to Ashland, which lived up to its name, there was smoke and ash from some fires in the region. The traffic was still pretty bad, it was good to stop. No plays that we want to see, ate dinner and came home today.
Well, sort of. It's just before an occultation of a star by the Moon while it was being eclipsed by the Earth.
A slightly different take on the eclipse, as I was running for a train with luggage I had no big zoom lens or tripod so I focused on the trees in the foreground.
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Kathy Roberts and I just had an amazing adventure this past week. We left Friday morning to go to Ashland to stay and see a couple of plays. Beyond that, we had no idea where we were going to view the eclipse. The closest reservation I could get was Eugene, Oregon. But, it was a hour drive to the zone of totality.
In Ashland, we had dinner with my brother Bill Roberts and his wife Elizabeth Wies Roberts. They had come up to Ashland couple of days for before and saw a couple of plays. They were going to leave the next morning for Albany, Oregon, which is in the middle of the zone. He was a lot smarter than me and made reservations years ago.
The next day, brother Bill texts that when they checked into the hotel, they upgraded him to a min-suite with and extra bed, we could use if we want. Yes we said.
The next day, we leave early to drive to Albany, we were about a half an hour south of Eugene, when we get a text from our daughter, Jessica Roberts, that they are about a half an hour north of Eugene. They intended to go to the coast to see the eclipse, So we randomly have breakfast with Jessica Roberts, son-in-law, Josh Barizn and grandson Calvin in Eugene, Oregon.
We tell them our plans. Josh checks the weather at the beach, and there is a chance of fog during the eclipse. They decided to stay in Eugene, so we went the to hotel and transfer out reservation to Jessica.
We drive into Albany, with no traffic problems. Brother Bill was out exploring the town. As we were waiting, I was chit chatting with the receptionist when off the top of my head I ask, “Do you have any cancellations”. She looked on the computer, and we end up with a room in the middle of the zone, when a king sizes bed.
The hotel was right next to the Fair Grounds, where there are acres and acres of open viewing space. We text Jessica that there were no traffic problems and would check in with her in the morning.
So the big day comes, we set up a viewing area in the parking lot of the Fair Grounds. Right next to us is a man setting up a lot of camera equipment. I was unable to get a solar filter for my camera, so I was only going to be able to photograph the total part to the event. He says that he has an extra sheet and gives it to me. I set up my camera, take a couple of practice shots and wait.
I am with Kathy, my daughter, Jessica, her husband Josh, grandson Calvin, brother Bill and Sister in law, Liz.
It started gradually, the only way know is to look at the sun through special glasses. Slowly, the moon nipple at the sun until there was just a sliver. But even the sliver was too bright to look at without the glasses. It had grown darker, but still daytime.
Then, pow, the moon blocs out the sun. It gets dark, the stars and planets come out and a magnificent corona circles the moon. I became somewhat emotional, as I was witnessing a fantastic and rare event.
You could feel the difference in the air, it was not exactly cooler, but it felt different. It was an amazing experience.
Then the moon slowly covers less of the sun until everything is back to normal.
That was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had. I would go to another in a heartbeat.
We thought was were smart by staying in Albany until 3PM and took some secondary roads. What should have taken an hour, took three and a half hours. We bailed at Cottage Grove and stayed in an old fashioned resort, which had seen better days, but had acres and acres of gardens, Kathy was a happy camper.
The next morning we went to Ashland, which lived up to its name, there was smoke and ash from some fires in the region. The traffic was still pretty bad, it was good to stop. No plays that we want to see, ate dinner and came home today.
Colors are out of the camera - deep blue of twilight and the eerie red glow of the moon in totality. A 4 second exposure softens the crashing waves.
A shot of the Dec 10, 2011 lunar eclipse, about 20 minutes in. The moon would eventually set just minutes prior to totality.
Eclipse - North Delta Townhomes
ucked next to a forested green space just steps from a new lakeside park, you’ll find Eclipse, Polygon’s latest collection of townhome residences at the landmark master-planned community of Sunstone in North Delta.
This limited collection of three and four bedroom townhomes showcases welcoming Arts and Crafts architecture and evokes a storybook feeling with dramatic pitched roofs, charming gables and window boxes. Inside, contemporary interiors feature open-plan layouts, gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, warm laminate flooring, and sleek stainless steel appliances. For added convenience, large private decks invite outdoor entertaining, and attached garages welcome residents of every home.
Situated in the heart of a family friendly community, close at hand are an array of hiking and biking trails, good schools, and shopping, and convenient commuter access to Vancouver and beyond. Every Eclipse resident will also benefit from membership to the Sunstone Club, a private residents-only clubhouse featuring over 12,000 square feet of resort-style amenities.
www.polyhomes.com/community/eclipse
Photo Credit: Dave Delnea
Actress Ashley Greene arrives to the premiere of "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse" during the 2010 Los Angeles Film Festival at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on June 24, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.
A segment of the partial solar eclipse as seen from the University of Maryland in College Park on August 21st, 2017.
Taiwan people can see solar eclipse for over two hours this morning
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- People in Taiwan will have a rare opportunity to watch a spectacular solar eclipse for more than two hours this morning. Experts remind people to use protective lenses to avoid retina damage from viewing the natural phenomenon with the naked eye. The longest total solar eclipse of the century will occur today and people in Taiwan will be able to see between up to 68.6 percent and 86 percent of the eclipse of the sun depending on various locations on the island, according to the Astronomical Observatory under the Central Weather Bureau.
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon's orbit moves between the Earth and the sun so that the sun's disc is fully or partially covered temporarily.
The event will be visible in many parts of Asia, but the total eclipse will be seen only along a narrow corridor stretching from northern India, eastern Nepal, northern Bangladesh, Bhutan, the northern tip of Myanmar, central China and the Pacific Ocean, including the Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa), Marshall Islands and Kiribati.
The full eclipse will last for 6 minutes 39 seconds.
Taiwan, which is located very close to the corridor, will see a partial eclipse starting at 8:22 a.m., with the maximum eclipse expected to appear between 9:36 a.m. and 9:41 a.m. this morning.
Residents on the frontline island of Kinmen will catch the earliest glimpses of the eclipse starting at 8:18 a.m.
People in southern Tainan County will be the earliest on the island of Taiwan beginning at 8:22 a.m.
The biggest glimpse of the eclipse of the sun at 86.8 percent will be experienced on the Fuguei Islet of Taoyuan County's Shihmen Township in northern Taiwan, and a 70 percent eclipse can be observed in central and southern Taiwan, the officials said.
In Taiwan's southern tip of Oluanbi in Pingtung County, viewers will see 68.6 percent eclipse of the sun.
In Taipei area, the partial eclipse will start at 8:23 a.m. and continue for two hours and 42 minutes until 11:05 a.m. with the maximum eclipse occurring at 9:40 a.m.
To mark the spectacular natural event, various organizations have long prepared for the arrival of this solar eclipse. Some have even dispatched teams to different cities in China.
The Chiayi Amateur Astronomers Association will broadcast it live online from Taiwan and China.
Yeh Shang-ai, a spokesman for the association, said the broadcast will be a cooperation project with various local elementary schools. Lantan Elementary School in Chiayi City will be the main site of the broadcast, while another team will send live images from Jiangsu Province's Suzhou City, one of the Chinese cities located in the path of total eclipse viewing. This will allow viewers to see the total eclipse without having to travel abroad, Yeh said.
The broadcast will be available at hichannel.hinet.net/event/2009tse/ and map.answerbox.net/2009tse, Yeh said.
The National Museum of Natural Science in central Taichung City will connect its telescope to a TV monitor to give visitors a closer view of the solar eclipse.
For those who wish to watch the phenomenon on their own, the museum is advising that they take proper precautions, such as wearing solar eclipse glasses to protect the eyes.
People should purchase proper eclipse plates at the optical stores since most sunglasses are unable to totally block the sunlight, the experts said.
When gazing the solar eclipse, viewers should not directly watch for more than one minute. It would be best to take a 30-second break after viewing for 10 seconds, they suggested.
Other agencies and organizations like Taipei Astronomical Museum (TAM), National Tsinghua University (NTHU) in northern Hsinchu, National Chenkung University in southern Tainan, and National Dong Hwa University in eastern Hualien will also provide direct broadcasts.
Their Web sites include www.tam.gov.tw/ and mms://broadcast.cc.nthu.edu.tw/live.
Other recommended live Web casts are available at sites like www.live-eclipse.org and www.atlaspost.com/2009tse.
Perfectly clear to the south, perfectly clear to the north. Perfectly dense ribbon of cloud cover exactly over the house. The only thing that makes these images interesting is that I could NOT actually see the eclipse with my eyes. These are taken on a high ISO with a 10 second exposure, so we're seeing THROUGH the clouds. I couldn't get a decent focus, not being able to actually see anything to focus on, and I had to guestimate where it actually was. Bummer, but at least my camera got to see it
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Kathy Roberts and I just had an amazing adventure this past week. We left Friday morning to go to Ashland to stay and see a couple of plays. Beyond that, we had no idea where we were going to view the eclipse. The closest reservation I could get was Eugene, Oregon. But, it was a hour drive to the zone of totality.
In Ashland, we had dinner with my brother Bill Roberts and his wife Elizabeth Wies Roberts. They had come up to Ashland couple of days for before and saw a couple of plays. They were going to leave the next morning for Albany, Oregon, which is in the middle of the zone. He was a lot smarter than me and made reservations years ago.
The next day, brother Bill texts that when they checked into the hotel, they upgraded him to a min-suite with and extra bed, we could use if we want. Yes we said.
The next day, we leave early to drive to Albany, we were about a half an hour south of Eugene, when we get a text from our daughter, Jessica Roberts, that they are about a half an hour north of Eugene. They intended to go to the coast to see the eclipse, So we randomly have breakfast with Jessica Roberts, son-in-law, Josh Barizn and grandson Calvin in Eugene, Oregon.
We tell them our plans. Josh checks the weather at the beach, and there is a chance of fog during the eclipse. They decided to stay in Eugene, so we went the to hotel and transfer out reservation to Jessica.
We drive into Albany, with no traffic problems. Brother Bill was out exploring the town. As we were waiting, I was chit chatting with the receptionist when off the top of my head I ask, “Do you have any cancellations”. She looked on the computer, and we end up with a room in the middle of the zone, when a king sizes bed.
The hotel was right next to the Fair Grounds, where there are acres and acres of open viewing space. We text Jessica that there were no traffic problems and would check in with her in the morning.
So the big day comes, we set up a viewing area in the parking lot of the Fair Grounds. Right next to us is a man setting up a lot of camera equipment. I was unable to get a solar filter for my camera, so I was only going to be able to photograph the total part to the event. He says that he has an extra sheet and gives it to me. I set up my camera, take a couple of practice shots and wait.
I am with Kathy, my daughter, Jessica, her husband Josh, grandson Calvin, brother Bill and Sister in law, Liz.
It started gradually, the only way know is to look at the sun through special glasses. Slowly, the moon nipple at the sun until there was just a sliver. But even the sliver was too bright to look at without the glasses. It had grown darker, but still daytime.
Then, pow, the moon blocs out the sun. It gets dark, the stars and planets come out and a magnificent corona circles the moon. I became somewhat emotional, as I was witnessing a fantastic and rare event.
You could feel the difference in the air, it was not exactly cooler, but it felt different. It was an amazing experience.
Then the moon slowly covers less of the sun until everything is back to normal.
That was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had. I would go to another in a heartbeat.
We thought was were smart by staying in Albany until 3PM and took some secondary roads. What should have taken an hour, took three and a half hours. We bailed at Cottage Grove and stayed in an old fashioned resort, which had seen better days, but had acres and acres of gardens, Kathy was a happy camper.
The next morning we went to Ashland, which lived up to its name, there was smoke and ash from some fires in the region. The traffic was still pretty bad, it was good to stop. No plays that we want to see, ate dinner and came home today.