Blogs
The Week That Was | 26 May - The Early Days of Vela
This week’s update looks back at the origins of the Vela colour filter wheel, from Perspex prototypes and Arduino programming through to laser-cut designs, aluminium machining and the lessons learned along the way. Brendan shares the story behind the development process and the decisions that helped shape the product into what it is today.
The Week That Was | 24 February - Tammin Session, RC Integration & US Restock
This week’s update covers a second new-moon session at Tammin, continued RC firmware and software integration, and final NEAF preparation. US warehouse restock has landed, with Australian and Canadian distribution updates also underway.
The Week That Was | 17 February - Japanese Astronomers, RC Firmware & NEAF Countdown
This week’s update shifts focus from workshop builds to time under dark skies with visiting Japanese astronomers, alongside continued firmware development for the RC system and growing anticipation for NEAF.
The Week That Was | 10 February - Hard Lessons, Dew Control Smarts & Back Under Dark Skies
This week’s update covers a hard lesson learned on the 12″ Newtonian, which has since been rebuilt and returned to service, alongside continued development of the RC control system. Brendan also shares plans for upcoming field trips, narrowband imaging, and ongoing preparation for NEAF.
The Week That Was | 21 April - NEAF Debrief, Vela Build & What’s Next
This week’s update marks a reset after NEAF, with reflections on the event, the announcement of Starpoint Australis’ US Ambassador, and a look ahead at upcoming product development including SP3 updates, a new portable observatory concept, and the Vela filter wheel build.
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!