ASI Corona Capture version 2023 is a specially developed application for taking images of the corona
during a total solar eclipse. It is primarily designed to observe emission lines of heavy metal ions (Fe, Ar, Ni),
where it is necessary to synchronise the imaging cameras in pairs according to a predetermined exposure scheme. For further
data processing, calibration images must be taken. The application is designed to facilitate the user
The user is assisted in the creation of the images. Each image is accompanied by a text file with important information about the settings
of all camera parameters during acquisition.
Detailed descriptionEach camera is controlled by its own ASI_CamerasPRO application, while synchronization of imaging and taking alibration images is provided by ASI_ControlPRO. The software is able to control arbiterary even number of cameras whereas every pair is synchronized. If the number of cameras is odd the last camera is not synchronized.
The biggest problem in taking pictures is the optimal focus of the lens . Manual focus
is very subjective, which is influenced by the external lighting conditions, the quality
of the imaging diplay and especially the astronomical seeing. Due to the variable geometric
distortion of the image caused by astronomical seeing, it is very challenging for the user
to find the optimal focus of the lens. The 2023 version allows for semi-automatic focusing
by creating a sequence of images focused on different positions of the focus ring of the lens
and the application calculates the optimal position based on the analysis of these images.
Minimum hardware specificationCPU dual core 2GHz, RAM 4 GB, HD 256 GB, USB 3.0 2x, OS Windows 7
Users manualA detailed user manual in PDF format can be found here.
Ordering contactPavel Starha, PhDBrno University of Technology Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Technická 2896/2 616 69 Brno Id. No. 00216305 VAT No. CZ00216305 e-mail: starha@fme.vutbr.cz |
