Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver
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Open up the Benro Polaris Tripod Head with an HTTP-based REST API allowing applications to leverage the platform.
Backers: 126
Average Pledge Per Backer: $37 AUD
Funded: $4,620 AUD of $1,200 AUD
Dates: Aug 30th -> Sep 29th (30 days)
Project By: David Morrison
Backers: 126
Average Pledge Per Backer: $37 AUD
Funded: $4,620 AUD of $1,200 AUD
Dates: Aug 30th -> Sep 29th (30 days)
Project By: David Morrison
$4,620 AUD
current pledge level
Last Updated: September 29 @ 01:09 -0400 GMT
385%
of goal
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Latest News
Alpaca is Released. Alpaca is Free. Alpaca is linked correctly 
September 28th - via: kickstarter.com
The first open release of the Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver v1.0.0 has been made. The software is out in the wild and ready to use. If you are interested in using the Benro Polaris beyond its standard features, don't mind a challenge and getting a... (Read More)
Alpaca is Released. Alpaca is Free. Alpaca is in the Open.
September 28th - via: kickstarter.com
The first open release of the Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver v1.0.0 has been made. The software is out in the wild and ready to use. If you are interested in using the Benro Polaris beyond its standard features, don't mind a challenge and getting a... (Read More)
Podcast: A Deep Dive on the Alpaca Benro Polaris Project
September 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, we're thrilled to share an audio podcast as part of an exciting Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver project update! In this podcast, two anonymous podcasters will explore the ins and outs of this game-changing software, designed to unlock the... (Read More)
Feature Peek: Plate Solving and N Point Alignment with Nina
September 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Nina supports a range of Plate-Solving applications to help identify where your mount points in the night sky. Our recommended application is ASTAP, the Astrometric STAcking Program. The Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver allows you to integrate the... (Read More)
Dev Update: How to connect the Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver
September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I've had many questions about where the Driver, Stellarium, and Nina can be run. So, I've extracted some of the project documentation below to help clarify the various options. Recommended Hardware PlatformUsing a Laptop with Stellarium Desktop You... (Read More)
Feature Peek: Telescope Control and Improved Aiming with Stellarium
September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
The Alpaca Benro Polaris Driver supports both the Alpaca ASCOM and SynScan protocols. This opens up a wide range of Telescope Control applications now compatible with the Benro Polaris. Out of all those listed, we recommend Stellarium PLUS and... (Read More)
Dev Update: Feature Complete, 100% Conformance Test, Beta Test Continues
September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
We have passed a significant milestone on the Alpaca Benro Polaris Project: We are now feature complete. This technical update will discuss what feature complete means, how we have confirmed our compliance, specific work items completed since our... (Read More)
Feature Peek: Mastering Pin-Sharp Stars using Nina
September 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Mastering astrophotography requires ensuring that your camera lens is optimally focused. While modern cameras have fast, accurate, and intelligent focusing systems, they may not produce the best results for astrophotography. To address this, many... (Read More)
Dev Update: Beta Testing is Underway, Development Continues, Benro Involvement
September 5th - via: kickstarter.com
We are making excellent progress on the Alpaca Benro Polaris Project. This technical update will discuss our Beta testing process (and how you can join to get early access), what's been happening in development, an update on Benro engagement, and... (Read More)
Feature Peek: Capturing Great Astrophotography Images with Nina
September 1st - via: kickstarter.com
The Benro Polaris App does a great job controlling your camera to take sequences of images for panoramas, time-lapse, and astrophotography. It exposes many camera features and makes them easy to setup and use. Unfortunately, it doesn't stretch or... (Read More)
Campaign goals met - we're underway!
August 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We've met the Kickstarter Campaign goal in just 8 hours. I never thought there'd be this much encouragement. Thanks to everyone who has pledged support to this project. I'm excited and it is underway. I'll keep you updated on progress, and maybe... (Read More)
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