Educational 3D Star Map (Oculus/Pico)
A downloadable project for Windows and Android
This App is a star map in three dimensions that tries to show approximately the Sun and its nearby stars, trying to respect relative distances, relative sizes and spectral types. It can be used for educational purposes at basic levels of Natural Sciences teaching. It is also possible to visit this App in the virtual reality world of AltSpaceVR: https://account.altvr.com/worlds/1434207822999978784/spaces/1434210754189328600
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Install instructions
The objective of this App is to show what our galactic neighborhood is like for astronomy fans and basic level students. It is possible to climb above the Sun through four invisible ramps, in order to have a better view of the stars.
For Oculus Rift version (CV1 and S): Download the ZIP file StarMap3D.zip, unzip it and enjoy.
For the Quest version: after downloading the file StarMap3D_Quest.apk, install it on your Quest using Sidequest or ADB install. You must have developer mode configured on your Quest.
For the Go version: after downloading the file StarMap3D_Go.apk, install it on your Go using Sidequest or ADB install.
For Pico Neo 3 Link version: Download the APK file on a computer. Send it to the glasses using a USB cable. In the menu go to File. Select the file "StarMap3D_Pico.apk" and hit accept when it asks you to install it. Then you can find it in the library, in the "Unknown" section.
Development log
- New Pico Neo 3 Link versionJun 21, 2022
- Oculus Go version availableSep 15, 2021
- Oculus Quest version availableAug 21, 2021
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