Blogs
The Week That Was | 20 January – Shipping Hiccups, RC Progress & Dew Control
This week’s update covers a brief shipping hiccup with Octans and Phoenix in the US, alongside continued progress in the workshop on the RC system. Brendan also shares updates on adapter fabrication, carbon fiber secondary assembly, and the latest developments in RC weather and dew control as first-light testing approaches.
The Week That Was | 13 January – Shipping Progress, Vela Development & RC Systems
This week’s update covers Octans and Phoenix clearing customs and moving toward warehouse delivery, alongside continued development on the Vela filter wheel and RC control systems. Brendan also shares progress from the workshop as weather delays on-sky testing, with field work planned for the upcoming new moon
The Week That Was | 6 January - New Year Update, Stock Status & Looking Ahead
This week’s update is a brief one following the New Year break. Brendan shares the current status of Octans and Phoenix stock awaiting customs clearance in LA, along with early planning for the year ahead, including NEAF, upcoming travel, and a renewed focus on getting back under dark skies.
The Week That Was | 29 December – Stock Arrival, Vela Filter Wheel Testing & Year-End Update
This week’s update includes confirmation that Octans and Phoenix observatories have landed in the US, with final transport to the warehouse expected shortly. Brendan also shares progress across ongoing product development, recent imaging under dark skies, and early preparations for NEAF 2026.
Remote Power
Thinking about taking your astrophotography equipment off grid to some amazing dark skies? Well lets have a look what you need to do in order to power your equipment!