AppLink Apps
Our Galaxy
Our Galaxy is an app designed for amateur astronomers and Astronomy educators. It provides a 3-dimensional representation of deep sky objects within and around our galaxy, offering insights into their physical properties. The app showcases various structural components of the Galaxy, such as the thin disk, thick disk, galactic bulge, and stellar halo. Its 3-D interface enables users to visualize the relative location of clusters or nebulas in relation to the center and plane of the Galaxy. By panning, zooming, and moving around, users can gain a better understanding of the object's position in 3-dimensional space.
Furthermore, the app enhances the observing experience by facilitating an intuitive understanding of the object's physical attributes, including size, luminosity, and distance. It also serves as a valuable education and outreach tool, providing a unique visual perspective on the location and relation of deep sky objects to the center and plane of our galaxy. Additionally, the app is compatible with macOS.