Eyepiece

Eyepiece used for correction (on a vertical plane) of atmospheric chromatic dispersion. It consists of a prism of adjustable angle, produced by a plano convex lens positioned in the concavity of a plano convex lens, and being allowed to roll in the concavity. Eyepiece devised by G B Airy and William Simms. Engraved inscription on the telescope end of the eyepiece.

Object Details

ID: AST0905
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Eyepiece
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1870
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 35 mm x 51 mm x 43 mm