Calculating orbits of planets in Solar System

[Toreno]

Hi, I am about to write a simple application, simulating in 3D current location of the planets in Solar system. Honestly, I do not know even how to start. Can you please guide me where could I find some good information on planet orbits, current locations and how to make all of the calculations? How usually people describe planet location is this x, y, z coordinate or rather angular location on the orbit or what else? Is it relative to something?

 

[BvU]

Hi,

PF is not a good place to dump this kind of question; matter of culture. Go out on the net and see what you can find. With specific questions and concrete assistance PF is much better.

There are some threads in PF on this subject -- there is a search button