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Subject: [M]: Dome construction
From: R. A. Greiner
Reply To: mapug@shore.net
Date: Mon Apr 13 20:11:54 1998

While you're here, how about checking out the Astronomy Book List ?

> BTW: I noticed on your web page a "dome observatory". What is that
> constructed of. I have just completed an 11' dome made from 1/2" EMT
> conduit and tile board. Observatories are well worth the investment.

The traditional dome seen on my web site , a wooden frame covered with aluminum
panels. The building itself is a wooden structure covered with aliminum
sheeting. This building has recently been rebuilt in octagonal form with a
wooden frame and plywood sheeting. The dome houses our 11" Celestron.

Doc G <http://www.mailbag.com/users/ragreiner>


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