Smart telescope Stellina was awarded CES 2018 Innovation Honoree in the Digital Imaging category. The prize was announced during CES Unveiled Paris, a pre-CES event reserved for entrepreneurs, influencers and medias of the tech industry in order to give a preview of the innovations that the visitors will be able to discover during the CES held in January.

The CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is the largest global gathering of innovation that showcases the connected future of technology. Last year, 180,000 visitors discovered the latest product innovations from all over the world. In January, more than 4,000 exhibitors and 7,000 medias and journalists will attend this major event that gathers the biggest industries, most disruptive startups and major players in the tech industry to build the world of tomorrow. The annual CES Innovation Awards program celebrates outstanding product design and engineering in brand-new consumer technology products.

Vaonis is pleased to announce this prize that rewards the best product innovation every year and its participation to the event in Las Vegas in January 2018 where the team will present its innovation to the international public.

Plus d’infos : www.ces.tech

Le télescope Stellina a reçu la récompense Innovation CES 2018 dans la catégorie Digital Imaging (Imagerie numérique). Annoncé lors du CES Unveiled Paris devant un parterre d’entrepreneurs, journalistes et influenceurs tech, ce prix récompense les meilleures innovations technologiques de l’année.

Le CES (Consumer Electronics Show) est le plus grand salon international de produits électroniques grand public. L’an dernier, plus de 180 000 visiteurs ont pu découvrir les dernières innovations technologiques du monde entier. Avec plus de 4000 exposants et 7000 médias et journalistes présents, c’est le rendez-vous incontournable des industries, start-ups et acteurs de demain qui innovent pour façonner les modes de vie du futur.

Véritable tremplin pour l’international, Vaonis est heureux d’annoncer ce prix et sa participation au CES du 9 au 12 janvier 2018 au sein de l’Eureka Park, hall dédié aux startups les plus innovantes du moment. Le télescope sera également mis en avant à l’hôtel The Venetian, un des espaces les plus visités du salon où sont exposés l’ensemble des produits lauréats.

Plus d’infos : www.ces.tech

Depuis notre dernier email en juin annonçant le début de l’industrialisation, beaucoup de choses se sont passées tant au niveau interne (agrandissement de l’équipe, retombées médias, récompenses…) qu’au niveau du produit. En effet, après discussion avec nos fournisseurs, nous avons fait le choix d’apporter des améliorations à l’instrument :

Choix des matériaux
Les supports internes, auparavant fixés à la coque en plastique, sont désormais remplacés par une structure en aluminium, assurant la liaison du trépied à l’optique. Ceci assure à Stellina une rigidité digne des meilleures montures du commerce et amoindrit considérablement la sensibilité au vent de l’instrument.

Qualité optique
Deuxième point important, un nouveau cap a été franchi en termes de qualité optique. Reposant auparavant sur un simple doublet achromatique, nous avons décidé de le remplacer par un doublet ED à diffraction limitée afin d’améliorer la qualité des images (suppression du chromatisme, meilleur piqué d’image…).

Ces choix ont eu un impact sur le planning de l’industrialisation car elle implique des tests de qualité supplémentaires. De ce fait, la livraison des premiers télescopes est attendue le 1er trimestre 2018.

Notre engagement sur la qualité et notre mission de vous fournir la meilleure expérience utilisateur possible sont les raisons pour lesquelles nous avons décidé d’allouer du temps supplémentaire à ces modifications.

Vaonis will be taking part in the Astro Messe fair (AME) on September 9th, one of the biggest astronomy fair in Germany. It will take place in the city of Villingen-Schwenningen, in Southern Germany, and is situated only 100km from Strasbourg, France. The 1600m² exhibition hall will allow the thousands of visitors expected to discover the new products of hundreds of manufacturers and retailers, including Vaonis with their innovation Stellina. It’s the first fair trade outside France that Vaonis attends as an exhibitor. The team is very excited to get the first impressions of a whole new public, only few months before the release of the telescope in the European Union.

More details: www.astro-messe.de

On the occasion of the Nuits des Étoiles (Stargazing Nights), Vaonis will be present from 28 to 30 July 2017 at the top of the Montparnasse tower (floor 59) as part of the stargazing evenings organized by the French Association of Astronomy (AFA). The opportunity, for those who could not attend the International Paris Air Show, to discover Stellina telescope for the first time.

Nuits des Étoiles… Their reputation is well established as this event is the most popular in the field of amateur astronomy in France. Three days dedicated to the observation of a beautiful starry sky everywhere in France and this, generally for free, making the event accessible to all.

Dates and activities

While most stargazing events cover only one or two nights, the visitors of Paris will be able to fully enjoy the three nights of observation, as is the case with the Nuits des Étoiles held at the top of the Montparnasse Tower in Paris. In addition to the many telescopes available and the presence of animators, the AFA astronomy society will organize a photographic exhibition, conferences and a workshop around the exploration of the digital sky on the 56th floor of the tower. Access to the activities is free once the entry fees for the tower have been paid.

The event will start at 8:00 pm every day, just before the sunset at 9:30 pm. The last entrance will be at 11:30 pm on Friday/Saturday and 11:00 pm on Sunday.

What to observe during the evenings and how?

Early in the evening, it may be possible to observe a lunar crescent shortly before sunset. Visitors will be able to enjoy the sunset accompanied by Jupiter. Saturn will appear soon after with the arrival of the first bright stars. The night will be well settled and it will be an opportunity to observe the Andromeda galaxy, the summer triangle or Albireo and the double star of the Swan. The evenings will end in beauty with the possibility of observing some shooting stars, especially Saturday where a shower of shooting stars is expected.

People are invited to enjo ystargazing using the different telescopes available on site. However, you can also enjoy the starry sky with the naked eye.

More details: www.afastronomie.fr

Vaonis était présent aux Rencontres du Ciel et de l’Espace qui se sont déroulées à la Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie de Paris du 11 au 13 novembre 2016. Au programme, la présentation de Stellina au public avec son stand dédié et deux conférences animées par son fondateur, Cyril Dupuy. Cette confrontation au public a suscité beaucoup de curiosités et d’encouragements. Les démonstrations de Stellina sur son stand ont attiré des centaines de personnes, permettant de générer 28 réservations de l’instrument.

Types of Eclipses: Understanding the Differences

As we gaze up at the sky, we are often mesmerized by the beauty and wonder of celestial phenomena. One such occurrence that has captivated humans for centuries is an eclipse. An eclipse happens when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another.

Today, we’ll delve into the types of eclipses that occur and the differences between them.

Solar Eclipses

A solar eclipse takes place when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on the Earth’s surface. There are three types of solar eclipses- Total, Partial and Annular.

A Total Solar Eclipse happens when the moon entirely covers the sun, and the corona, or the outermost layer of the sun, becomes visible. This is an awe-inspiring event, and it’s no surprise that people travel from all over the world to witness it.

Images taken with Stellina and its solar filter

A Partial Solar Eclipse occurs when the moon only partially covers the sun. In this scenario, viewers from specific regions of the world will see the sun partially obscured.

An Annular Solar Eclipse is similar to a Total Solar Eclipse, but instead of the corona, a “ring of fire” appears around the moon, which occurs when the moon is farther from the Earth than usual.

If you’re a Vespera or Stellina owner, we highly encourage you to read our article about Sun observations to make sure you’re all settled for the next Solar eclipse in your corner of the world (and don’t forget to purchase your solar filter for Vespera or solar filter for Stellina if you don’t have one).

Lunar Eclipses

A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon’s surface. There are two types of lunar eclipses- Total and Partial.

A Total Lunar Eclipse happens when the moon passes through the Earth’s umbral shadow, causing the moon to appear reddish-orange, which is why it is often referred to as a “Blood Moon.” This is a remarkable event that is well worth staying up late to witness.

A Partial Lunar Eclipse occurs when only a portion of the moon passes through the Earth’s umbral shadow, causing part of the moon to appear darker than usual.

Lunar eclipse captured with Stellina

Understanding the differences between these eclipses is essential for both amateur astronomers and space enthusiasts. It allows them to plan their observations and ensure that they don’t miss out on these awe-inspiring events.

In conclusion, eclipses are a beautiful and awe-inspiring celestial phenomenon that has captured human imagination for centuries. Knowing the types of eclipses and their differences can enhance the viewing experience and provide a deeper understanding of the universe.

Whether it’s a Total Solar Eclipse, a Blood Moon or a Partial Solar Eclipse, these events are not to be missed. So, mark your calendars and get ready to be amazed.

Are you ready for the eclipse occuring in April 2024? Check out our article to find out the best locations to witness this incredible event here!

And in the meantime, if you’re in Australia, be prepared for the total Solar Eclipse occuring on April 20 2023!

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