[34] - Spacecraft Visualizer

Using the TRICK simulator provided by NASA, we implemented a visual of a satellite orbiting a planet in real-time including controls for fire thrusters.

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What it does

Allows the user to control the thrusters of a simulated satellite in orbit around the earth. They can receive immediate visual feedback from their control inputs. They can also view the oribtal path of the satellite.

How we built it

We built this project using the TRICK simulator and VPython. Python communicates with the TRICK simulator through TCP sockets to both read and update the data of the simulation.

Challenges we ran into

Simulator set up and environment configuration.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Interfacing the python run time with the TRICK simulator.

What we learned

How to use the TRICK simulator and python interfacing with TCP sockets.

What's next for Spacecraft Visualizer

Fixing visual issues. Adding better controls. Mapping to gamepad controls.

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