Welcome to the Satellite Tracker! This project allows users to discover real-time satellite positioning, view height details, and track the next 80 minutes of their orbital path and beyond. The app leverages orbital data (TLE) from Celestrak and is designed to provide a seamless and informative experience for anyone interested in satellite tracking.
- Real-time Satellite Tracking: View the current location of satellites in orbit.
- Orbital Path Prediction: Track the satellite's orbit for the next 80 minutes or more.
- User Authentication: Securely login and save your preferences.
- Global Chat: Connect with other satellite enthusiasts globally.
- Data Storage: Satellite data is stored in the backend for efficient retrieval. The requested data will be refreshed automatically if it is older than 24 hours.
- Satellite Passes: Get information on upcoming satellite passes, including visibility times and locations.
- My Own Library: To calculate satellite position from TLE data.
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Frontend:
- React.js with Next.js
- Redux for Global state management
- SatelliteJS Library for calculations
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Upcoming Backend:
- Node.js with Express.js
- SQL for data storage
- JWT for user authentication
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APIs:
- Celestrak for satellite data
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Hosting:
- Frontend: Vercel
- Upcoming Backend: Heroku
- Satellite Passes: Use the "Passes" feature to determine when a satellite will pass overhead and its visibility times, allowing you to plan viewing sessions.
- Track any Satellite: View any satellite's live positions and other data.
- Global Chat: Join the global chat room and connect with other users. You need to be logged in to use the chat feature.
- Authentication: Create an account or log in to save your preferences and chat with others.
Contributions are welcome! Feel free to submit a pull request or open an issue to discuss potential changes.
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out at [email protected]