TheSiebi / SpacePointer

A device which can point at the position of the sun, moon and planets. The user can choose if he wants the current position or a specific timestamp. Parts are 3D-printed.

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Space Pointer

A device using a Raspberry Pi and an Arduino Uno which can point at the position of the sun, moon, planets and galaxies. Users can choose whether they want to visualize the current position, a specific timestamp or a simulation of the trajectory. Parts are self-designed and 3D-printed.

Setup

Required parts:

  • 1x Raspberry Pi (I used 3B)
  • 1x Arduino (I used Uno Rev 3)
  • 2x NEMA 17 Steppers
  • 1x LCD (+ Keypad)
  • 1x Laser 303 (or any other Laser, just modify Laser_Bracket.stl)
  • 1x GPS Module
  • 1x Slip Ring (I used Adafruit 22mm 12 cables)
  • 2x Bearings Outer 16mm Inner 5mm

and some screws, batteries and cables.

Demo

YouTube Demo

About

A device which can point at the position of the sun, moon and planets. The user can choose if he wants the current position or a specific timestamp. Parts are 3D-printed.

License:GNU General Public License v3.0


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