WiFi-enabled Crestron touchpanel aids in stargazing

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tk101 @ Oct 1st 2008 11:34AM

Computer controlled 'scopes are nothing new - they've been around for a long time. They are also not that expensive - around $1000 for a scope with a decent mount and aperture size. And in all of these cases, the computer is built into the control handset, though PC/Mac control is an easy add-on with a cable and software (some is even free).

Not saying that his work isn't cool, as it absolutely is, but it also isn't a great leap. It just uses existing software and equipment in a new way.

And you should visit a local astronomy club "star party" some day. You will see more gear than you ever knew existed :)

TK

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