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C/1823 Y1

In the closing month of 1823 and the early months of 1824, the night sky was graced by a celestial spectacle, The Great Comet of 1823, also known as C/1823 Y1 or Comet De Bréauté-Pons. This magnificent comet, visible to the naked eye, was independently discovered by three astronomers, igniting excitement and intrigue in the scientific community of the time. The comet's discovery was first made by Nell de Bréauté in Dieppe on December 29, 1823. The following morning, on December 30, Jean-Louis Pons, an avid comet hunter, observed it from his vantage point. Simultaneously, Wilhelm von Biela in Prague also witnessed the comet. Remarkably, it was bright enough to be seen without the aid of telescopes, a rarity for celestial objects of this nature.

This comet displayed an unusual feature – a second tail, termed an "anomalous tail" by astronomers Harding and Olbers, that appeared to point towards the Sun. This anomaly sparked discussions and theories among astronomers, contributing to the comet's fame.

A significant observation was made by the renowned astronomer Caroline Herschel. On January 31, 1824, Herschel recorded her observation of the comet, marking it as the last entry in her observing book. Herschel, known for her contributions to astronomy and comet discovery, lent further credibility and attention to this already fascinating celestial object.

In the twilight years of her life, Caroline's spirit remained as vibrant as the stars she so dearly loved. Her body, though aged, retained its vigour, a testament to her enduring strength and resilience. She continued to be a luminous presence in the circles of scientific luminaries, engaging in the social discourse of her peers with the same passion and intelligence that had marked her astronomical pursuits. Her life, a tapestry woven with threads of discovery, mentorship, and ground-breaking achievements, continued to shine brightly, a guiding star for those who would follow in her footsteps in the endless quest to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos.

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Concept:

The number of nodes in the CelestiaGrid Array for the Caroline Lucretia Herschel Telescope (CLH Telescope) will vary depending on the scale and scope envisioned for the project.

The number could be substantial to cover a wide range of observational capabilities across the solar system.

Phase One covers the Earth and Lunar Nodes. This is where Several nodes are to be strategically placed on Earth and on the Moon, providing a range of observational angles and reducing atmospheric and electronic interference for the Earth-based nodes.

Phase Two place a concentration at the Lagrange Points, With Nodes positioned at the stable points where the gravitational forces and the orbital motion of a body balance each other in in the solar system, allows for an ideal of uninterrupted observations.

Phase Three cover Planetary Orbit Nodes, where each major planet (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune has one or more nodes in orbit. These provide unique perspectives on the solar system and enable detailed study of each planet and its environment. This is long term investment and benefits greatly from the CLH investment in maintaining long term observations using our self-sufficient error correcting quantum technology in the nodes.

Phase Four provides for Asteroid Belt and Kuiper Belt Nodes. These Nodes placed in the asteroid belt and the Kuiper belt would offer insights into these relatively unexplored regions and act as our early warning.

The total number of nodes range from our phase one pilot of several dozen to over a hundred across the solar system, depending on the project's continued ambition, investment profile and resources. This extensive network will allow for comprehensive coverage and diverse observational capabilities, making the expanded CLH Telescope a truly powerful tool for our astronomical research.