If you don't have the traditional solar eclipse glasses, Brinton said you can also look through No. 14 welder's glasses (for people who may have access) or aluminized mylar plastic sheets. Just like with traditional solar eclipse glasses, Brinton said it's important to make sure the materia...
How to tell if your old eclipse glasses are still safe There are two factors to consider when assessing a pair of previously-used eclipse glasses. The first is whether they were safe when you purchased them. The second is their current state. The latter is easier to explain, so let’s ...
Midland, Michigan's Dow Gardens will be accepting gently used solar eclipse glasses. Since the eclipse is happening on October 2nd in South Africa, Dow Gardens will send the glasses to South African students. "Donate your gently used solar eclipse glasses at Dow Gardens! We're collecting them ...
Eclipse glasses are a sought-after item at the moment thanks to the next total eclipse happening on April 8 -- an event that won't be viewable in the contiguous United States again until 2044. But are they truly capable of protecting your eyes? Looking directly ...
Having the proper equipment isveryimportant for the well-being of your eyes.We showed you solar viewing glasses, and how to choose them. However, the closer you get to the eclipse, you may find it hard to find eclipse glasses. Wait a minute! That's not a toy, what're you doing?!Ra...
The time to get ready to remove eclipse glasses is in the final seconds ofBaily’s beads—when a few crumbs of sunlight flicker through valleys on the edge of the Moon. “Wait until the crescent Sun is broken up into small beads of light along the edge,” says Professor Chou. “We do...
The 2024 total solar eclipse is on April 8, so in honor of the special event, several retailers and fast food chains are offering freebies and deals, including ISO-certified solar glasses, ahead of the event. Here all the freebies and deals you can get n
While it might be tempting to pick up a cheap pair of solar-eclipse glasses from places like Amazon or eBay, this puts you at significant risk of buyingunsafe or counterfeit glassesthat won't provide your eyes with adequate protection. Instead, we recommend buying from one of the reputable ...
Find out where to get the glasses you'll need for the Aug. 21 solar eclipse, and where Seattleites will be gathering to watch it on video and in the flesh.
Many Americans picked up special "eclipse glasses" to see the solar eclipse on Monday. But what should people do with their glasses now that the rare and striking phenomenon is over?