Astronomy, Astrophysics & Space Science Education
ASTRONOMY CALCULATORS, APPLETS, ANIMATIONS & SIMULATIONS
ASTROPHYSICS CALCULATORS, APPLETS, ANIMATIONS & SIMULATIONS
Examples of Astrophysics Teaching Modules with Calculators, Applets, etc.
INTERACTIVE JAVA APPLETS TO AID THE TEACHING OF ASTROPHYSICS - J. Köppen,
Observatoire Astronomique de Strasbourg, France
VERY VERY VERY...EXTENSIVE.
Java Applets for Teaching of Astrophysics
"...This is a collection of Java applets written for teaching, creating exercises,
allowing self-study and for use as small research tools. They aim to permit an
interactive exploration of the behaviour of physical systems..."
For more information see
Joachim Köppen's Home Page or the
Observatoire Astronomique de Strasbourg
Some examples from over "40" Astrophysics Applets include
Blended Absorption Line Applet
Blended Absorption Line Applet
"... considers a line which is situated near another, strong line. One can
study how the shape of the line changes if one alters the parameters of the
blending line and the opacity and radial velocity of the line of interest..."
Interstellar Extinction Applet
Interstellar Extinction Applet
"... is a small utility that allows the conversion of extinction, optical depth,
attenuation for any optical, ultraviolet and infrared wavelength, using the
standard interstellar extinction curve..."
Chemical Evolution of Galaxies with Inflow of Metal-Poor Gas Applet
Flows in a Galaxy - Chemical Evolution of Galaxies with Inflow of Metal-Poor Gas Applet
"... computes the evolution of gas, stars, and metals in a one-zone model for the
chemical evolution of a galaxy, under the influence of a (user-specified) completely
arbitrary inflow of metal-poor gas..."
Examples of Astronomy Teaching Modules with Calculators, Applets, etc.
ASTRONOMICAL JAVA APPLETS - S.M. Morgan,
Department of Earth Science, University of Nothern Iowa
VERY VERY VERY...EXTENSIVE.
Astronomical Javascript, Java Applet Resources
"...is set up as a resource for instructors of astronomy at all levels. Items are
presented in a variety of formats and levels of complexity, so that instructors
at all levels from K-12 to college level could make use of the programs here..."
Astronomical Javascript, Java Applet Resources (A.J.J.A.R.) subjects include:
"...Lunar Events;
Solar Motions;
Gravity;
Planetary Motion;
Astrophysics;
Galactic, Extragalactic, and Cosmology: etc..."
For more information see
Siobahn M. Morgan's Home Page or the
Department of Earth Science
Some examples from over "60" Astronomical Calculators & Applets include
ASTRONOMICAL OBJECTS: VISIBILITY OF - L. Bogan,
Department of Physics,
Arcadia University, Nova Scotia, Canada
VERY VERY EXTENSIVE.
For more information see
Larry Bogan's Home Page
Some examples from over "10" Astronomical Calculators include
Astronomical Visual Limiting Magnitude Calculator
Astronomical Visual Limiting Magnitude Calculator
...The magnitude of the dimmest star visible to the unaided eye is calculated
from conditions specified in the form below. This number depends on the location
and phase of the Moon, the location of Sun, the humidity, your location and height
as well as the zenith angle of the star of interest..."
Determination of the Limiting Magnitude of a Telescope
Determination of the Limiting Magnitude of a Telescope
"...This program by Bradley Schaefer calculates the limiting stellar magnitude
an observer can expect to see with various types and sizes of telescopes, and
under various conditions..."
ASTRONOMY JAVA APPLETS - R. Scharein,
Astronomy, Department of Physics & Astronomy,
University of British Columbia, Canada
VERY VERY EXTENSIVE.
Astronomy Applets & Simulations include:
"...Phases of the inner planets;
Retrograde motion;
Kepler's Laws;
Cratering;
Solar Eclipses;
Fusion in the Sun;
Big Bang;
Extrasolar planets;
Doppler effect, etc..."
For more information see
Rob Scharein's Home Page or the
Department of Physics & Astronomy
ASTRONOMY TOOLS - CALCULATORS - A.L. Proctor & D.P. Hamilton, Department of Astronomy,
University of Maryland
VERY VERY EXTENSIVE.
Astronomy Calculators Subject Categories include:
"...Astronomy for Beginners;
Solar System Viewers;
Solar System Calculators;
Working With Orbits & Orbital Simulations; etc..."
For more information see
Astronomy Workshop or the
Department of Astronomy
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