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Originally Posted by glend
What astronomy product would you like to see developed and why?
My dream product would be:
A full featured AI Collimation System , which would have a camera to insert in the focuser, and a software app, and equipment database, to debug the image and issue you with verbal instructions and tweaks to achieve perfect collimation. It would analyse each of your steps and report back immeadiately. Sort of like Sharpcap Polar Alignment, but with much better AI function. You just need to enter what scope you are collimating, from cassegrain, to refractors, to newts, to SCTs, etc. It could have a brand pick list too.
No need to rely on your dodgy vision anymore, or lack of understanding of the finer points of each design type. It would guide you to achieve a level of perfection beyond your hours of tinkering on the bench or star testing, all achieved within a few minutes.
I would pay for this.  |
Would sort of take the fun and challenge out of the whole process wouldn't it? Too much of the hobby has been surrendered to automation. Just my opinion .. old school RAAF Instrument Fitter with antiquated ideas.