RE: [APML] A Robotic Film Camera, first prototype

["Chris Schur" <cschur@therim.com>]

Philippe, The controls will not be just automatous.  This will be an "Alpha"
class robot as well, capable of real time descicion making and changing its
behavior with sensory input.  One such sensor will be a photocell to look
for morning twilight.  exposures will be stopped, and a cover servod over
the lens to keep the sun out.  Also, a humidity sensor is planned with the
same outcome.  Now If I can figure out a clear skies sensor!


Clear Skies,

Chris Schur
Astro: http://www.PSIAZ.com/Schur/astro

-----Original Message-----
From: astro-photo-bounces@seds.org
[mailto:astro-photo-bounces@seds.org]On Behalf Of Philippe Chretien
Sent: Saturday, December 20, 2003 8:13 PM
To: Discussion of Film Astrophotography
Subject: Re: [APML] A Robotic Film Camera, first prototype


Eh eh eh Chris! That's a terrific idea! I like it!



What micro controller are you using? Is it a basic stamp? For auroras
nights, it would be great if the micro controller was able to
start a "dew buster" few minutes prior to take pictures ... This would spare
the battery to make sure the dew remover works the
whole night! Just a suggestion! :-)



I am anxious to see it at work!



Ciao,



P.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Chris Schur" <cschur@therim.com>
To: "APML" <Astro-Photo@seds.org>
Sent: Saturday, December 20, 2003 9:46 PM
Subject: [APML] A Robotic Film Camera, first prototype


> Hi All,
>
> Here is a project that has been consuming me for a few weeks, the
prototype
> for a fully robotic microcontroller controlled film camera for routinely
> shooting the night sky for hours on end, with no human intervention.  At
> this point, the mechanical assembly is done, and I have many hours in
front
> of me building the electronics control panel and programming the micro,
but
> I think you'll agree, its going to be awesome when done. Here is what I
have
> so far, try not to laugh too much!  Click on the thumbnail for a series of
> detailed images...
>
> http://www.psiaz.com/schur/astro/latest47.html
>
>
> Comments appreciated!
>
> Chris
> Astro: http://www.PSIAZ.com/Schur/astro
> Paleo: http://www.PSIAZ.com/Schur/azpaleo/azgeology.html
> Photography: http://www.PSIAZ.com/Schur/azpaleo/paleo.html
>
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