Star (and planet) tracker
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Instructions for building this tool at . The anticipated cost of materials to build this tool is Less than $20. It may take A few hours.
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| Description |
In it's current incarnation it is basically a gadget or classroom demo tool, but the Arduino code and principle of operation can be re-used to build a good tracker platform. It points to a star or any of the solar systems planets in either real time, or in a fast demo mode. This tool is recommended for lending libraries. |
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| Used by these projects | Globe at Night |
| Ideal Age Group | In it's current form it is slightly too delicate to be handled under roughly age 10. As for sending through mail, the current design uses a LiPo battery and at least in the US, postal service are going bezerks over that it seems. |
| Training | Learning materials are available online. |
| Size & weight |
Small: This tool would fit in a 6 inch cube. Less than 13oz (a full soda can weighs a little less than 13oz) |
| Expected lifetime | Should last more or less forever |
| Topics | Astronomy & Space |
| Activities | At home, At school, At night |
| Tool updated | June 25, 2017, 11:48 a.m. |
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