Mochamad Ikbal Arifyanto
The Institut Teknologi Bandung's Astronomy Research Group hosted a workshop centered on understanding the young crescent moon (hilal) phenomenon in Islamic astronomy. The primary focus was disseminating cutting-edge research, particularly a methodology for measuring digital image contrast to determine the young crescent's visibility threshold. Participants included lecturers from Islamic Universities, private observatory administrators, and astronomy enthusiasts. The workshop covered image processing fundamentals, hands-on activities involving digital image capture, and practical use of AstroImageJ software. Comprehensive feedback assessment measured its effectiveness. Additionally, the workshop aimed to promote research relevant to Islamic religious practices and introduce prospective students to Astronomy master's and doctoral programs, fostering a crucial link between research and education in Islamic astronomy.
memperkirakan limit visibilitas hilal dengan pengukuran kontras citra digital; menularkan budaya saintifik kepada masyarakat
KK Astronomi dan Prodi Astronomi dapat berperan aktif dalam riset terkait hilal yang dibutuhkan oleh masyarakat dan mengajak masyarakat dapat memahami aspek saintifik dari penentuan awal bulan hijriah dan tidak terjebak dalam perdebatan yang bersifat hukum syariat saja. Dapat menarik calon mahasiswa pasca sarjana dari lulusan UIN dan pemerhati hisab rukyat.