Precision Timing of Eclipses and Leap Seconds in Astronomy

Exploring the synchronization of clocks in the solar system for precise celestial positioning, this chapter discusses the impact of general relativity on timekeeping, the complexities of time standards conversion, and the necessity of leap seconds for accurate astronomical events timing. Through personal experiences of witnessing eclipses and the technical computations involved, the speaker reflects on the historical significance and human fascination with celestial phenomena.