NGC 6823 is an open star cluster located in the constellation Vulpecula, surrounded by the intricate Sh2-86 emission nebula. This stellar nursery is populated with young, hot stars born from the same massive molecular cloud. These stars illuminate their surroundings, carving out captivating nebulous structures and actively shaping the region's dynamic landscape. NGC 6823 and its accompanying Sh2-86 nebula provide astronomers with a unique window into the complexities of star formation, evolution, and their intricate relationship with the cosmic environment, enhancing our understanding of the continuous cycle of creation and transformation in the universe.

Image Description and Details :

Recording dates:

Photo taken in: July 2021
Location: Upper Austria
Distance: 6000 light years
Diameter: 50 light years
Exposure: 66 x 300 sec. For RGB
27 x 900 sec. With dual narrowband
Total: 12.2 hours

Calibration: Darks / Flats / DarkFlats
Mount: Skywatcher EQ6-R PRO
Telescope: Lacerta 10 ″ Photo Newton 250/1000
Corrector: Lacerta GPU coma corrector
Filter: Astronomik L2 UV-IR block
2 ″ Optolong Filter L-eXtreme 2 ″

Camera: QHY268c @ Gain 0 at -15 ° C
Guiding: ZWO OAG with QHY5III462c and PHD2
Software: APP / Photoshop CC

Copyright: Daniel Nimmervoll