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This program was written to assist in the tracking of amateur satellites (My main hobby). The program will allow several windows to be displayed, each tracking 20 satellites. The 20 satellite restriction could be increased if required, it is the limit that I selected. Each satellite can have its footprint, ground track and information displayed.
I have converted it from my A-Level computer studies project, it was originally written for the BBC Microcomputer in 1987. My aim was to enhance the program to the point that it could be released to the general public, and may help to fund future amateur satellite projects.
The main calculation engine is encapsulated in an ActiveX control. Once fully tested I intend to release the ActiveX control, probably as shareware, to enable others to write tracking programs.
 | Multiple Document Interface Application ( Each window currently able to track 20 satellites) |
| 0 and 180 degree views |
| Orthographic view |
| Horizon View (360 degree azimuth and 90 degree elevation i.e. panoramic) |
| Satellite Ground tracks |
| Satellite footprints |
| Mutual Observation |
| Doppler shift calculations |
| Path loss calculations |
| User can supply maps for each of the views |
| Reports available to show AOS/LOS of satellite |
| Reports available to show DX available from the satellite (In real time). |
| satellite database, each window can use a different database |
| FT-847 Control (Via CAT interface) (Currently being implemented) |
| Internet update of Keplarian elements |
| SimpleTrack - An example of how the OCX control can be used. |
| Many more... |
This software is still at beta stage and therefore may behave in an unpredictable manner. Anybody interested in Beta testing this software should email me at alex.greenland@btinternet.com. for a registration code.
I have moved all of the download files to the eGroup. This is due to the problems with downloading files from the Tripod server.
To Download AGSatTrack please join the eGroup. You will find the software in the Files area.
I intend to release the tracking engine so that other developers can use it. The help file containing details of the interface is available here.
Karl (G6ODT) has written a program that controls the Kenwood TM-D700 APRS radio for use on APRS satellites. This program uses the OCX control to calculate the position and doppler correction for the satellite. The software can be found here.
This software requires registering. The unregistered version will only run for 30 minutes before closing down. After the program has closed down it can be re run for another 30 minutes. Registration is free at present during the beta testing.
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