VdB152
in Cepheus
VdB 152, also known as LBN 531, is a reflection nebula located in the constellation Cepheus. It is part of the van den Bergh (VdB) catalog of reflection nebulae, designated as number 152. This nebula appears faint and ethereal, illuminated by a nearby star whose light is scattered by the surrounding dust. VdB 152 is often referred to as the “Wolf’s Cave Nebula” due to its dark, cave-like appearance. It is situated on the edge of a dense molecular cloud, making it a region of active star formation. The interplay of light and shadow in this nebula creates a stunning, visually intricate structure. Written by ChatGPT.
Imaging Details
Telescope: 6 inch f/4 Newtonian with Paracorr Type 2 (effective focal length 690mm) and 2” Feather Touch Focuser
Camera: Player One Poseidon-C Pro,
Resolution: 1.11 arcsec/px
Mount: Mesu Mount 200
Guiding: Player One OAG Max and ZWO ASI290MM Mini guide camera
Exposure Length: OSC: 300 sec x 151
Location: Glenwood, MN
Date: 9/19/2023, 9/21/2023
Software: SciTech, SkyGuide (Innovations Foresight), N.I.N.A., Optic FocusLynx, Pixinsight, SkySafari Pro