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The Long History of Brass Telescopes

The conception of the brass telescope was surely one that transformed marine expeditions forever. By being able to locate Earth in relation to objects in the sky, sailors learned to improve their methodology of getting from one place to another. In essence, telescopes helped to advance the technology of nautical travel as well as the advancement of civilization as we know it. The brass telescope was devised in the Netherlands in 1608. Three extraordinary individuals were separately credited with inventing the telescope, including: Hans Lippershey, Sacharias Jansen, and Jacob Metius. Mr. Hans Lippershey is thought to have created the blueprints for the first working telescope. On the second of October, 1608 he supposedly attempted a legal patent for "picturing things far away as if they were close." His patent foreshadowed that of Jacob Metius, however, and since a handful of others claimed that they had invented this kind of device, Hans was not given the lawful patent he desired. Though, he was paid for his innovation by the government of the Netherlands nonetheless. While these two men are now more well known for their claims of invention, Mr. Jansen is remembered by many to have preceded both inventors in the conception of the telescope.

How to Use Brass Telescopes

Telescopes may look a shade perplexing in composition, but in actuality they are pretty simple to handle, even for a novice. Before trying out the telescope, a location of use should be set up. To choose your location, make sure to find a clear night,when there are no clouds in the sky and look around for a position that will give you a clear view. The optimal areas to do this will be where the position is clear so as to allow a better range of movement and viewing. You may also want to escape from the light pollution of the city and go to a more peaceful area where too much light doesn't change the view. If it is impossible to escape the heavy lights of the city then using the telescope on the roof of your home or apartment is the best location in your area. Isolated locations are desirable for telescopic use because the light of the city is protected from the view which allows for a clear view of the sky. In the day, look for a set up area that is evened out, as this will give your telescope the needed balance so you don't accidentally stumble and mess up your original set up. The best places are on the grass and places with no vibrations or thermal issues.