3D Galaxy Map 3.1.1
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Publisher Description
Explore the galaxy in a stunning three dimensional map based on NASA's artistic impression of the Milky Way galactic structure. Photos are taken by NASA spacecraft and ground based telescopes like Hubble Space Telescope, Chandra X-Ray, Herschel Space Observatory and the Spitzer Space Telescope.
From the outskirts of the galaxy, in the Norma-Outer spiral arm to the galactic center's supermassive black hole Sagittarius A*, discover a galaxy full of amazing facts.
Ever wondered how far from Earth are the stars you see in the night sky? Or how far or close they are to each other? Now you can visualize those distances in 3D with a star map divided into 10 parsec sectors (cubes) or 32.62 light years, for an easier observation. Sector (0 ,0 ,0) is our home sector and Sol is the Solar System.
Take a thrilling ride through space and visit strange new alien star systems and black holes. Find out where our Sun - the Solar System - is located in the Milky Way galaxy!
Explore space and get a little closer to our wonderful universe with this awesome astronomy app!
This interactive 3D map is excellent for teachers to use for instruction, and it is a great resource for students to explore the Milky Way galaxy and space as they learn more about the universe we live in.
Features
▶ Over 3.8 milion stars in the database from the European Space Agency's Hipparcos mission, the Gliese catalogue and parts of the ASCC - All Sky Compiled Catalogue
▶ Black holes in binary systems
▶ Magnetars and neutron stars
▶ Search for stars by constellation, name, catalog or star type (color)
▶ Detailed information on every star including its catalog designations, the system type (binary, ternary, quaternary system and so on), distance from the Sun and star radius
Find out how far from Earth are some of the more famous stars out there:
▶ Sirius, the Dog Star
▶ Polaris, the North Star
▶ Castor, a 6-star system
▶ Aldebaran, Betelgeuse, Rigel, Vega, Eta Carinae, Canopus, Alpha Centauri, Epsilon Eridani, Tau Ceti and thousands more!
Compare the radius of stars with our own Sun and find out which are the biggest and smallest stars out there. Can you encounter a sun-like star?
Jul 7, 2021 Version 3.1.1
V3.1.0
- removed banner ads
- app now queries database of over 4.5mil stars
- faster search times
- minor bug fixes and improvements
About 3D Galaxy Map
3D Galaxy Map is a free app for iOS published in the Kids list of apps, part of Education.
The company that develops 3D Galaxy Map is Andrei Nistorescu. The latest version released by its developer is 3.1.1.
To install 3D Galaxy Map on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2021-07-07 and was downloaded 33 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the 3D Galaxy Map as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install 3D Galaxy Map on your iOS device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
- Once the 3D Galaxy Map is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
- If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
- After 3D Galaxy Map is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
- Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.
