crossjack.bsky.social
Retired CEO of engineering company now a physics technician in secondary education. IoP Technician award 2024. Clocks, scientific instruments , proper nerd. Ex sailor, ex mountaineer, ex fell walker, now arthritic and overweight! RSciTech MIntP He/him
👤 Joined on 05 November 2023
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@crossjack.bsky.socialI now see what you mean more clearly. I stand by my broader point but thanks for the discussion, it was helpful.
Show Post🧪⚛️ It's been a while since my undergrad mech/aerospace engineering days, but let me tell you: If there are visible Mach diamonds in the exhaust from these thrusters, they are LOUD AS F--K! (leaving aside all the other issues with the vehicle)
Show PostAn unexpected clear night with no moon, so I had a go at a very challenging target from an urban back yard, Sh2-114, the Flying Dragon Nebula. Its long neck and body are clear, but even with 2 hours pointed at it, I only just made out the spread of its wings across the frame. 🔭🧪
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