Saturday 9 October 2010

Where is M13? — A Three Dimensional Galactic Atlas!

Astronomy observation help
Hier is `n oulike stukiie sagteware om te kyk waar die Messier-voorwerpe in ons galaksie geleë is. En dit is gratis (No cosmic strings attached!) - Hannes Pieterse, ASSABFN.

 We all have our favorite deep sky objects that we've looked at hundreds and hundreds of times. We know where to find them in the night sky, but most of us have little idea where they lie in the three-dimensional space around our Galaxy. Isn't that just a bit strange?

Where is M13?
is a unique application that helps you visualize the locations and physical properties of deep sky objects in and around the Galaxy.

At home,
Where is M13? serves as a reference you will frequently turn to when you read about an object and become curious where it is with respect to our galaxy. In the field, the program will enhance your observing experience by allowing you to get an intuitive sense of the physical location, size, luminosity, and distance of the object you are viewing. You will find Where is M13? a great educational and outreach tool as well.