The Schulman Foundation’s 32-inch telescope (generally known as the Schulman Telescope) on Mt. Lemmon with dome open, prepared for visual observing, on September 18, 2010.
The precise polar alignment, final testing to conform to specifications and other steps needed for astrophotography including installation of the camera were subsequently performed.
Computer and monitor to control telescope during astrophotography, and internet connectivity have also been put in place permitting worldwide access by amateurs and professionals.
This 32-inch telescope replaced the 24-inch R-C telescope used to obtain the raw frames processed into some of the images on this web site.
The 32-inch Schulman Telescope and its support systems are engineered for fully remote operation and provide an important facility for worldwide use over the internet by amateur and professional astrophotographers and astronomers.
For further information and to obtain access, please visit the Schulman Telescope web page.
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