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The mount supports the telescope and allows it to move and track celestial objects.

A fan used to regulate the temperature of the telescope's primary mirror to reduce thermal distortion.

The axis on an equatorial mount that allows the telescope to move side to side, corresponding to celestial longitude.

The objective lens gathers and focuses light from distant objects.

The primary mirror collects and focuses light in reflecting telescopes.

A shield that prevents the formation of condensation on the lens or mirror of the telescope.

A filter that blocks a significant portion of sunlight to make solar observation safe.

Tools used to align the optical elements of a telescope to ensure proper focus and image quality.

The axis on an equatorial mount that allows the telescope to move up and down, corresponding to celestial latitude.

A simple, altazimuth mount designed specifically for large, portable reflecting telescopes.

The eyepiece magnifies the image formed by the objective lens or primary mirror.

The mechanism that moves the eyepiece or camera to achieve sharp focus.

The secondary mirror redirects the focused light from the primary mirror to the eyepiece or detector.

A mirror that changes the direction of the light path, typically by 90 degrees, for more comfortable viewing.

A small, secondary scope mounted on the main telescope, used to locate objects in the night sky.

A glass plate that reduces optical aberrations in the light path of a telescope.

A three-legged stand that provides a stable base for a telescope mount.

A weight that balances the telescope on its mount to ensure smooth and stable movement.

A computerized system that automates the movement and tracking of a telescope to find celestial objects.