With me getting to the point of making instruments out of more than paper, I’ve started to post the working files and instructions on the Thingiverse site. The first two projects have been added: A version of the Sine Quadrant (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3649670) and the Lunar Volvelle (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3650060). I hope to have the astrolabe files up there […]
As you can see, I’m still working at adding functionality. This release includes: Fixed bug in Arcs of the Signs. Both options now work. Expanded options for the sine/cosine grid scale on the astrolabe back: Grid divided by 60 or 100 Optional cosine lines Arcs and radials Lines for each degree option Under the hood: […]
One of the problems with learning to use an astrolabe is that in order to work through the class notes the student needs to first print out and assemble their own astrolabe from the provided materials. This takes time and materials that may not be ready to hand. What I’ve wanted to do for a […]