04-08-2023, 10:21 PM
KStars 3.6.4 [Multi/Ru]
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Interface language: Russian, English, etc.
System requirements:
Windows 10 (x64) and higher
Description:
KStars is a free, open source, cross-platform astronomy software. It provides an accurate graphical simulation of the night sky, from anywhere on Earth, at any date and time. The exhibit includes up to 100 million stars, 13,000 deep sky objects, all 8 planets, the Sun and Moon, and thousands of comets, asteroids, supernovae and satellites. For students and educators, it supports adjustable simulation speeds for viewing phenomena occurring over long periods of time, the KStars astro calculator for predicting conjunctions, and many common astronomical calculations.
Additional Information:
Educator Opportunities
If you are an instructor, you can recommend KStars to your students for use as a learning tool. If you are a student, you can learn about the sky with KStars.
Here are a few things you can do in KStars to learn astronomy and astrophysics:
Change your geographic location to see how the view of the sky changes with latitude
Understand the difference between sidereal days and sunny days by changing the simulation speed
Attach footprints to planets and set high simulation speed to see their trajectories as they run. retrograde
When technical terms are underlined in blue, click them to open an explanation from the included AstroInfo project.
Explore coordinate systems by switching between equatorial and horizontal coordinates and perform coordinate transformations in the KStars astro calculator.
Learn about various topics in astronomy and astrophysics through the AstroInfo project (part of the KStars guide, accessible through the Help menu).
Set the time to a couple of thousand years ahead to see the effects of precession.
Turn on and off the effects of gravitational lensing around the Sun to understand Eddington's experiment.
Switch to equatorial coordinates, set the simulation period to 1 year, double click on the star to keep it in focus and zoom in to see the effects of light aberration
Switch to the equatorial coordinate, set the simulation speed to 1 year, double click on an empty area to see the effects of precession and nutation.
Set the time to the far future to see how the constellations change shape due to the correct movement of the stars (for example, in Gemini).
Right-click on any item and open the Details window to easily access a wealth of information, online resources, images, and professional surveys.
Get sky images for any location from the right-click context menu.
Manage your observatory with comprehensive support for KStars astronomical hardware.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Imaging / Astrophotography Opportunities
Whether you work in a professional observatory or are an amateur astrophotographer, KStars can help you photograph the sky. The Ekos Imaging Suite provides a smooth and hassle-free workflow by eliminating the need to switch between multiple software tools for each part of the workflow.
With extensive INDI support, KStars can control virtually any astronomy equipment, including telescope mounts, motorized focusers, filter wheels, and CCD and CMOS cameras.
Use the FOV Calculator to calculate the field of view of your imaging system.
Ekos, the KStars astrophotography package, provides a complete astrophotography workflow in KStars. Ekos can help with polar alignment, focusing, auto aiming and capture.
The FITS Viewer allows you to view FITS data files.
Calculate connections between celestial objects to find a meeting point that you can capture.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Opportunities for visual observation
KStars has an extensive set of features that enhance your visual surveillance workflow. With the observation planner, all you have to do is add objects to your list. KStars takes care of arranging them in order of observation, and with one click you can download DSS images for offline comparison to observe sites where internet access is unavailable or poor. If you can't take your laptop to your site, you can always export high-quality vector sky graphics that you can print out for use as search maps.
For stars up to magnitude 16, it is easy to find enough guide stars in the field.
If you want more than the complete NGC/IC directory, you can add your own object directories.
The powerful observation scheduler in KStars helps you plan your observation session, arrange objects in observation order, and cache DSS images for offline comparison with just a few clicks.
You can also record your observations in KStars (however, additional work is required to fully use this feature).
KStars supports the OAL XML Schema for observation logs, making these logs compatible with many log sharing programs and websites.
Calculate the FOV of your telescope for various eyepieces and save them to KStars so you can quickly switch between FOV indicators using the Page Up / Page Down keys.
High quality maps allow you to make observations in places without electricity.
Scripting support gives you the ability to write your own scripts to automate the creation of search charts, etc. The
experimental star jump feature automatically determines the transition path from a star to a deep sky object based on your field of view.
The Jupiter Satellites tool tells you the positions of Jupiter's Galilean satellites, as is commonly seen in books on astronomical ephemeris.
Set up KStars to alert you every time it learns of a new supernova in the sky!
Predict connections between celestial objects.
Interface with XPlanet to render planets at any given time.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Opportunities for any astronomy enthusiast!
Whether you're new to astronomy or an enthusiast in general, KStars can be your go-to guide when exploring the skies. Already in the developer version, KStars can automatically suggest objects for viewing in the night sky.
KStars displays an accurate image of the sky with Jupiter's planets, moons, 100 million stars, 10,000 deep sky objects, comets and asteroids.
Predict connections between celestial objects.
Learn more about astronomy and astrophysics through helpful information links and the included AstroInfo project pages.
(Very soon) Get forecasts of interesting astronomical objects to observe with your equipment/sky conditions on any given night.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Full List of Important Features
Unique Features of KStars
Unique Features of KStars not found in other free astronomy programs (as far as we know):
Get sky images from Digitized Sky Surveys and the Internet in general.
Get access to information resources about celestial objects from KStars.
Print high quality, customizable star charts with multiple charts at different zoom levels for each object.
A complete Ekos astrophotography package for seamless imaging
Plan and execute observations and save DSS images for offline use with the Observation Scheduler and Run function.
Set the field of view symbols calculated based on your eyepiece and telescope focal length.
Determine the positions of Jupiter's satellites in the near future and near past and plot them on the map as shown in professional astronomical ephemeris.
Import your own catalogs from KStars.
Access some of KStars' internal calculations with the Astro-Calculator.
Supernova Alerts: KStars can automatically alert you to new supernovas when you launch!
Click on technical terms/astronomical jargon to open an explanation from the included AstroInfo project.
Use your favorite map projection method to visualize the celestial sphere on a flat screen.
A very powerful tool for finding alliances and contrasts (somewhat experimental).
Calculate switching routes between stars (experimental; incomplete, but functional).
Automatically suggest sky objects for beginners (coming soon).
More translations and localization than most other programs.
Catalogs
Default catalog of 8th magnitude stars.
Additional catalogs consisting of 100 million stars up to magnitude 16.
Default deep space NGC/IC catalog (about 10,000 objects)
Download a more accurate updated NGC/IC catalog
Downloadable catalogs including Messier images, Abel planetary nebulae
Add your own catalogs
Telescope / Equipment Control
Integrate with INDI to support a wide range of astronomical instruments.
Complete Ekos astrophotography package for seamless imaging
Other
Precession, nutation and atmospheric refraction correction
Tools for searching data from online databases
Scripted actions using D-Bus
Features for teachers and students:
Adjustable simulation speed to view phenomena that occur over a long period of time
Astroinfo project to facilitate learning with KStars
What's happening tonight tool to see what objects are visible tonight.
``Height vs time'' tool to plot the change in the height of an object over time (useful for timing observations)
Celestial Calendar tool to see how the planets move across the sky over a long period of time.
kstars-3.6.4 (98.65 MB)
NitroFlare Link(s)
Uploadgig Link(s)
RapidGator Link(s)
Interface language: Russian, English, etc.
System requirements:
Windows 10 (x64) and higher
Description:
KStars is a free, open source, cross-platform astronomy software. It provides an accurate graphical simulation of the night sky, from anywhere on Earth, at any date and time. The exhibit includes up to 100 million stars, 13,000 deep sky objects, all 8 planets, the Sun and Moon, and thousands of comets, asteroids, supernovae and satellites. For students and educators, it supports adjustable simulation speeds for viewing phenomena occurring over long periods of time, the KStars astro calculator for predicting conjunctions, and many common astronomical calculations.
Additional Information:
Educator Opportunities
If you are an instructor, you can recommend KStars to your students for use as a learning tool. If you are a student, you can learn about the sky with KStars.
Here are a few things you can do in KStars to learn astronomy and astrophysics:
Change your geographic location to see how the view of the sky changes with latitude
Understand the difference between sidereal days and sunny days by changing the simulation speed
Attach footprints to planets and set high simulation speed to see their trajectories as they run. retrograde
When technical terms are underlined in blue, click them to open an explanation from the included AstroInfo project.
Explore coordinate systems by switching between equatorial and horizontal coordinates and perform coordinate transformations in the KStars astro calculator.
Learn about various topics in astronomy and astrophysics through the AstroInfo project (part of the KStars guide, accessible through the Help menu).
Set the time to a couple of thousand years ahead to see the effects of precession.
Turn on and off the effects of gravitational lensing around the Sun to understand Eddington's experiment.
Switch to equatorial coordinates, set the simulation period to 1 year, double click on the star to keep it in focus and zoom in to see the effects of light aberration
Switch to the equatorial coordinate, set the simulation speed to 1 year, double click on an empty area to see the effects of precession and nutation.
Set the time to the far future to see how the constellations change shape due to the correct movement of the stars (for example, in Gemini).
Right-click on any item and open the Details window to easily access a wealth of information, online resources, images, and professional surveys.
Get sky images for any location from the right-click context menu.
Manage your observatory with comprehensive support for KStars astronomical hardware.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Imaging / Astrophotography Opportunities
Whether you work in a professional observatory or are an amateur astrophotographer, KStars can help you photograph the sky. The Ekos Imaging Suite provides a smooth and hassle-free workflow by eliminating the need to switch between multiple software tools for each part of the workflow.
With extensive INDI support, KStars can control virtually any astronomy equipment, including telescope mounts, motorized focusers, filter wheels, and CCD and CMOS cameras.
Use the FOV Calculator to calculate the field of view of your imaging system.
Ekos, the KStars astrophotography package, provides a complete astrophotography workflow in KStars. Ekos can help with polar alignment, focusing, auto aiming and capture.
The FITS Viewer allows you to view FITS data files.
Calculate connections between celestial objects to find a meeting point that you can capture.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Opportunities for visual observation
KStars has an extensive set of features that enhance your visual surveillance workflow. With the observation planner, all you have to do is add objects to your list. KStars takes care of arranging them in order of observation, and with one click you can download DSS images for offline comparison to observe sites where internet access is unavailable or poor. If you can't take your laptop to your site, you can always export high-quality vector sky graphics that you can print out for use as search maps.
For stars up to magnitude 16, it is easy to find enough guide stars in the field.
If you want more than the complete NGC/IC directory, you can add your own object directories.
The powerful observation scheduler in KStars helps you plan your observation session, arrange objects in observation order, and cache DSS images for offline comparison with just a few clicks.
You can also record your observations in KStars (however, additional work is required to fully use this feature).
KStars supports the OAL XML Schema for observation logs, making these logs compatible with many log sharing programs and websites.
Calculate the FOV of your telescope for various eyepieces and save them to KStars so you can quickly switch between FOV indicators using the Page Up / Page Down keys.
High quality maps allow you to make observations in places without electricity.
Scripting support gives you the ability to write your own scripts to automate the creation of search charts, etc. The
experimental star jump feature automatically determines the transition path from a star to a deep sky object based on your field of view.
The Jupiter Satellites tool tells you the positions of Jupiter's Galilean satellites, as is commonly seen in books on astronomical ephemeris.
Set up KStars to alert you every time it learns of a new supernova in the sky!
Predict connections between celestial objects.
Interface with XPlanet to render planets at any given time.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Opportunities for any astronomy enthusiast!
Whether you're new to astronomy or an enthusiast in general, KStars can be your go-to guide when exploring the skies. Already in the developer version, KStars can automatically suggest objects for viewing in the night sky.
KStars displays an accurate image of the sky with Jupiter's planets, moons, 100 million stars, 10,000 deep sky objects, comets and asteroids.
Predict connections between celestial objects.
Learn more about astronomy and astrophysics through helpful information links and the included AstroInfo project pages.
(Very soon) Get forecasts of interesting astronomical objects to observe with your equipment/sky conditions on any given night.
KStars speaks your language - you will most likely find a translation/localization for your region.
Full List of Important Features
Unique Features of KStars
Unique Features of KStars not found in other free astronomy programs (as far as we know):
Get sky images from Digitized Sky Surveys and the Internet in general.
Get access to information resources about celestial objects from KStars.
Print high quality, customizable star charts with multiple charts at different zoom levels for each object.
A complete Ekos astrophotography package for seamless imaging
Plan and execute observations and save DSS images for offline use with the Observation Scheduler and Run function.
Set the field of view symbols calculated based on your eyepiece and telescope focal length.
Determine the positions of Jupiter's satellites in the near future and near past and plot them on the map as shown in professional astronomical ephemeris.
Import your own catalogs from KStars.
Access some of KStars' internal calculations with the Astro-Calculator.
Supernova Alerts: KStars can automatically alert you to new supernovas when you launch!
Click on technical terms/astronomical jargon to open an explanation from the included AstroInfo project.
Use your favorite map projection method to visualize the celestial sphere on a flat screen.
A very powerful tool for finding alliances and contrasts (somewhat experimental).
Calculate switching routes between stars (experimental; incomplete, but functional).
Automatically suggest sky objects for beginners (coming soon).
More translations and localization than most other programs.
Catalogs
Default catalog of 8th magnitude stars.
Additional catalogs consisting of 100 million stars up to magnitude 16.
Default deep space NGC/IC catalog (about 10,000 objects)
Download a more accurate updated NGC/IC catalog
Downloadable catalogs including Messier images, Abel planetary nebulae
Add your own catalogs
Telescope / Equipment Control
Integrate with INDI to support a wide range of astronomical instruments.
Complete Ekos astrophotography package for seamless imaging
Other
Precession, nutation and atmospheric refraction correction
Tools for searching data from online databases
Scripted actions using D-Bus
Features for teachers and students:
Adjustable simulation speed to view phenomena that occur over a long period of time
Astroinfo project to facilitate learning with KStars
What's happening tonight tool to see what objects are visible tonight.
``Height vs time'' tool to plot the change in the height of an object over time (useful for timing observations)
Celestial Calendar tool to see how the planets move across the sky over a long period of time.
kstars-3.6.4 (98.65 MB)
NitroFlare Link(s)
Uploadgig Link(s)
RapidGator Link(s)
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