An elegant Python library for computing positions of stars, planets, and satellites in Earth orbit, based on modern astronomical algorithms and ephemerides.
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- Python
- Luft- und Raumfahrt, Mathematik, Simulation
- Astrophysik, Umwelttechnik, Umweltauswirkungen, Weltraum, Benutzererfahrung (UX)
Merkmale:
- Astronomical position calculation (planets,stars,Moon,Sun,satellites),ephemeris loading (JPL DE series,TLEs for satellites),coordinate transformations (alt/az,RA/Dec,galactic),timescale conversions (UTC,UT1,TT,TAI),precession,nutation,aberration,topocentric and geocentric positions,event finding (rise,set,transit,conjunctions)
Preisgestaltung:
- Kostenlos
- Accurate and modern astronomical calculations, well-documented with clear examples, easy to use API, handles time zones and complex astronomical phenomena correctly, actively maintained.
- Primarily focused on positional astronomy (not astrophysics like spectra or stellar evolution), requires downloading ephemeris files for high accuracy, understanding of astronomical coordinate systems and time is beneficial.
Am besten geeignet für:
- Astronomers, astrophysicists, satellite trackers, and hobbyists needing to compute precise positions of celestial objects and satellites.