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ASTRO is a realistic 3D procedural star system simulator that offers immersive exploration of celestial mechanics using scientifically accurate models.
https://github.com/blindbyte98/astro
3d 3d-graphics astronomy astrophysics computer-graphics educational html javascript open-source physics procedural-generation rendering research science scientific-research simulation space threejs visualization web-development
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ASTRO is a realistic 3D procedural star system simulator that offers immersive exploration of celestial mechanics using scientifically accurate models.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/blindbyte98/astro
- Owner: BlindByte98
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-08-13T14:29:01.000Z (5 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-08-14T22:51:35.000Z (5 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2024-10-11T15:42:17.581Z (3 months ago)
- Topics: 3d, 3d-graphics, astronomy, astrophysics, computer-graphics, educational, html, javascript, open-source, physics, procedural-generation, rendering, research, science, scientific-research, simulation, space, threejs, visualization, web-development
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage: https://blindbyte98.github.io/ASTRO/
- Size: 50.8 KB
- Stars: 3
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- Changelog: CHANGELOG.md
- Contributing: CONTRIBUTING.md
- License: LICENSE
- Code of conduct: CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
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README
# ASTRO
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## 🌟 Overview
ASTRO is a cutting-edge 3D procedural star system simulation that offers a realistic and immersive exploration of celestial mechanics. Developed using [Three.js](https://threejs.org/), ASTRO combines high-fidelity visuals with detailed physics and astrophysical modeling to create a scientifically accurate simulation of star systems.
---
## 📑 Table of Contents
1. [🚀 Live Demo](#-live-demo)
2. [📝 Changelog](#-changelog)
3. [✨ Features](#-features)
- [Realistic Simulation](#realistic-simulation)
- [Detailed Physical Properties](#detailed-physical-properties)
- [Immersive Visuals](#immersive-visuals)
- [Accurate Center of Mass](#accurate-center-of-mass)
- [Supported Objects](#supported-objects)
4. [🚀 Installation](#-installation)
5. [📖 Usage](#-usage)
6. [⚙️ Configuration](#-configuration)
7. [🤝 Contributing](#-contributing)
8. [📝 License](#-license)
9. [🙏 Acknowledgments](#-acknowledgments)
10. [📬 Contact](#-contact)
---
## 🚀 Live Demo
Experience the simulation in action by visiting the [Live Demo](https://blindbyte98.github.io/ASTRO/). The project and demo were tested and developed on a semi-modern Windows desktop PC using the Google Chrome browser.
---
## 📝 Changelog
Check out the [Changelog](https://github.com/BlindByte98/ASTRO/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md) for updates.
---
## ✨ Features
### Realistic Simulation
- **Celestial Bodies**: Models a range of star types and planetary systems with scientifically accurate properties.
- **Star Systems**: Simulates single and multi-star systems with realistic mass distributions. Stars are dynamically positioned based on their mass and gravitational influence.
- **Planets and Moons**: Generates planets and moons with realistic sizes, orbits, and rotational properties. Each object’s velocity and position are calculated to ensure stable, physically accurate interactions.
- **Orbital Mechanics**: Uses Newtonian gravity and elliptical orbits to model planetary and moon trajectories. Advanced orbital dynamics include accurate velocities and escape velocities to prevent unrealistic spiraling.
- **Asteroids and Nebulae**: Incorporates asteroid fields and nebulae with procedurally generated particles for added realism.
- **Dynamic Rings**: Supports the creation of ring systems around planets with realistic textures and dynamic indicators.
### Detailed Physical Properties
- **Mass and Gravity**: Celestial bodies are assigned realistic masses and gravitational constants, affecting their interactions and orbital behavior.
- **Size and Scale**: Objects are scaled based on real astronomical measurements, ensuring accurate relative sizes and distances.
- **Velocity and Acceleration**: Implements realistic velocities for objects, preventing issues like spiraling into the central star. Velocity calculations account for gravitational forces and initial placements.
- **Spin and Rotation**: Incorporates dynamic spin rates and rotational properties for stars, planets, and moons, based on astrophysical data.
### Immersive Visuals
- **Textures and Materials**: Applies detailed textures and realistic materials to celestial objects, enhancing visual fidelity.
- **Lighting**: Utilizes ambient and point lighting to simulate natural illumination, including effects like star brightness and planetary shadows.
- **Post-Processing Effects**: Includes bloom and other post-processing effects for a more cinematic and immersive experience.
- **Interactive Exploration**: Provides intuitive camera controls for an immersive user experience, allowing users to explore the simulation from various angles.
### Accurate Center of Mass
- **System Dynamics**: Calculates the center of mass for multi-star systems, ensuring that all bodies orbit realistically around this central point.
### Supported Objects
ASTRO currently supports a variety of celestial objects, each with unique characteristics and behaviors:
- **Stars**:
- **Main Sequence**: The most common type of star, including stars like our Sun.
- **Red Giant**: Large, aging stars with expanded outer layers.
- **White Dwarf**: Dense, compact remnants of medium-sized stars.
- **Blue Giant**: Massive, hot stars with high luminosity.
- **Supergiant**: Extremely large and luminous stars, often in the final stages of their evolution.
- **Planets**:
- **Terrestrial Planets**: Rocky planets similar to Earth, with solid surfaces.
- **Gas Giants**: Large planets with thick gaseous atmospheres, like Jupiter.
- **Ice Giants**: Planets with icy compositions, such as Uranus and Neptune.
- **Dwarf Planets**: Small planetary bodies that do not dominate their orbits, like Pluto.
- **Moons**:
- **Rocky Moons**: Moons with solid surfaces, similar to Earth's Moon.
- **Icy Moons**: Moons with significant ice coverage, like Europa.
- **Asteroids**:
- **Asteroid Belts**: Collections of rocky bodies, varying in size, orbiting a star.
- **Nebulae**:
- **Nebula Particles**: Clouds of gas and dust particles that add depth and realism to the star system.
- **Rings**:
- **Planetary Rings**: Rings composed of dust, rock, and ice that orbit around planets.
---
## 🚀 Installation
To run ASTRO locally, follow these steps:
1. **Clone the Repository**:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/BlindByte98/ASTRO
```
2. **Navigate to the Project Directory**:
```bash
cd ASTRO
```
3. **Open the `index.html` File**:
Open the `index.html` file in your web browser to view the simulation. Alternatively, serve it locally using a simple HTTP server.
```bash
npx http-server
```
4. **Access the Simulation**:
Open your browser and go to `http://localhost:8080` (or the port specified by your HTTP server).
---
## 📖 Usage
Explore the star system with interactive controls, observe celestial dynamics, and adjust simulation settings for a personalized experience.
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## ⚙️ Configuration
Modify simulation parameters in the `index.html` file to adjust star types, planetary properties, and orbital mechanics.
---
## 🤝 Contributing
We welcome and value contributions to the **ASTRO** simulation. To ensure our project’s quality and consistency, please adhere to the following principles:
### Contribution Principles
As the original creator of **ASTRO**, I, BlindByte, value contributions that align with these core principles:
- **Scientific Accuracy:** Ensure all updates are based on established physics and astrophysics to maintain the simulation's scientific integrity.
- **Realism:** Enhance the authentic portrayal of celestial mechanics and astronomical phenomena for a true-to-life experience.
- **Immersiveness:** Enrich the simulation’s depth and beauty, creating a captivating representation of the universe.
- **Focus on Physics:** Prioritize accurate physical simulations, reflecting realistic dynamics and interactions among celestial bodies.
By adhering to these principles, you help make **ASTRO** a premier tool for both educational and research purposes. Thank you for your contributions!
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## 📝 License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
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## 🙏 Acknowledgments
- **[Three.js](https://threejs.org/)**: For providing the powerful 3D rendering library.
- **[OrbitControls](https://threejs.org/examples/#orbitcontrols)**: For interactive camera controls.
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## 📬 Contact
This software was created by **BlindByte**. Connect with me:
- **Website**: [www.BlindByte.me](https://www.blindbyte.me)
- **Twitter / X**: [@BlindByte](https://twitter.com/BlindByte)
For questions or further information, feel free to reach out via the above links.
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