University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy
University of Hawaii at Hilo Physics and Astronomy Dept
Comet Hyakutake Time Lapse Movie
Peter Ceravolo

In 1996 Comet Hyakutake swung by the Earth so closely that it was possible to record incredible detail. using a custom designed photographic telescope, Peter Ceravolo imaged the comet all night, every night, for almost two weeks to create the first ever color time lapse movie of a comet. Using computer graphics and stunning imagery, Peter will describe the ups and downs of this astronomical adventure of a life time.

Friday, September 8th, 2006 at 7:00 pm
University Classroom Building Room 100
University of Hawaii at Hilo
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