Re: [APML] Guidescope thoughts...

[Matt BenDaniel <matt@starmatt.com>]

Gene Horr wrote:
> Alan Voetsch wrote:
> 
> > I don't recall seeing this particular thread of
> > conversation before. Is side-by-side preferable to one
> > on top of the other? Any thoughts on this?
> 
> I've done it both ways myself.  In terms of system stability it is
> IMO close to a wash.  You have the problems mentioned by Matt, but
> this is offset by having both the payload and the counterweights
> closer to the CoG.  

The Losmandy DSBS is itself heavy (7 lbs) and lifts the main scope away
from the CoG.

> IMO the difference in momentum arm for the
> Dec axis is minimal, assuming good balance.
> 
> But IMO on top is better due to simplicity.  Less parts to haul
> around, easier to balance, etc.  The downside is more counterweights.
> 
> Gene Horr
> genehorr@texas.net
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