Maksutov-Cassegrain design

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Catadioptric_Telescope
gptkbp:competes_with Schmidt-Cassegrain design
gptkbp:composed_of gptkb:beer
gptkbp:has closed tube design
focal reducer options
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Maksutov-Cassegrain design
gptkbp:invention gptkb:Dmitri_Maksutov
gptkbp:is_affected_by chromatic aberration
gptkbp:is_available_in various price ranges
custom designs
various apertures
motorized versions
different focal lengths
gptkbp:is_characterized_by spherical primary mirror
gptkbp:is_compatible_with various eyepieces
smartphone adapters
various filters
various tracking systems
gptkbp:is_considered a good all-round telescope
a good choice for astrophotography
a good investment for hobbyists
a good travel telescope
a versatile telescope type
gptkbp:is_designed_to beginner astronomers
gptkbp:is_equipped_with go-to mounts
gptkbp:is_known_for durability
high image quality
minimal maintenance requirements
gptkbp:is_noted_for ease of use
high contrast images
gptkbp:is_often_compared_to refractor telescopes
gptkbp:is_often_used_in field trips
educational purposes
night sky photography
lunar observation
star clusters observation
gptkbp:is_popular_in amateur astronomy
gptkbp:is_used_by professional astronomers
gptkbp:is_used_for deep-sky observation
astrophotography
comet observation
nebula observation
solar observation with proper filters
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:observatory
planetarium shows
observatories
space missions.
gptkbp:manufacturer multiple telescope companies
gptkbp:offers long focal length
gptkbp:provides compact design
gptkbp:requires mounting equipment
gptkbp:suitable_for star parties
planetary observation
portable telescope users
gptkbp:uses corrector lens