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Is anyone in this forum interested in computing meteor trajectories?
Meteor trajectories -- Interested in computing them?
- Thread starter solarblast
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- Computing Meteor Trajectories
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the interest in computing meteor trajectories, specifically focusing on software development for this purpose. Participants explore the technical aspects of the software, its history, and potential sharing methods within the forum.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses interest in computing meteor trajectories and inquires if others share this interest.
- Another participant questions whether the initial poster has already engaged in this area.
- A participant details their involvement in rewriting meteor trajectory software from Fortran IV to Fortran 90, mentioning that the project includes plate reduction and meteor orbit calculations.
- The same participant notes that the reduction code is incomplete while the orbit code is finished and mentions the intention to make the software open-source.
- There is a query about the existence of a code depository within the forum for sharing this software and documentation.
- Another participant responds that there is no known code depository in the forum but mentions that some members share projects via external sites like GitHub.
- A participant indicates they will look into the mentioned resources.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the availability of a code depository, with some acknowledging its absence while others suggest alternative sharing methods.
Contextual Notes
The discussion does not clarify the specific requirements or limitations of the software being developed, nor does it address the potential challenges in completing the reduction code.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals interested in software development for astronomical applications, particularly those focused on meteor trajectory computation, may find this discussion relevant.