D'oh! I forgot about inverting the gnomon!
I'm dizzy too, but I think it does need to be inverted. However, doesn't
it also need to be reversed Winter/Summer as well? How similar are the two
curves cast into the gnomon, Dave? I think they should ideally be slightly
different, but did Schmoyer
Dear Anton
Regarding the use of the Schmoyer sundial in the Southern hemisphere:
There are no markings cast-in on the sundial castings except for the
name of Richard L. Schmoyer on the backside of the gnomon and a motto
around the perimeter of the casting for the large base of the dial.
The
Dear John and the List,
I can only second the sentiments in your posting: the NASS
Conference was a true delight. It was a joy to attend, to meet you and all
the old and new friends, and to learn so much!!
As a one-time mathematician, I revel in the mathematical
articles, but
