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Tracking the ISS

🇺🇸 · Workshop 88 · MACE

My interest in microcomputers and the International Space Station developed together. Early in my exploration of microncomputers, I wanted to make something that could track celestial objects through the sky. The Sun, Moon, and planets were early candidates. Then I found this — a 3D-printed satellite dish that moves! https://projecthub.arduino.cc/alex_chang/satellite-tracker-21883c I had no idea that you could see the ISS as it passed overhead — sometimes high in the sky, sometimes low. Sometimes for a long time, sometimes for a short time. In fact, the ISS is “overhead” about six or seven times a day — but you can’t see it in the daytime, you can’t see it when it’s in the Earth’s shadow, trees and houses block your view when it’s low to the horizon, and you can’t see it when it’s cloudy. Inspired, I decided to build my own satellite dish that would point to the ISS and track it as it passed overhead. Along the way to the finish line, I learned about celestial navigation, star magnitudes, azimuth and altitude/elevation, two-line elements, stepper motors,

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bylaws

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

Bylaws of Chattlab Makerspace Corp. Keywords: report, incident, complaint, conduct, unsafe, discrimination, bullying, code of conduct, safety Article 1: Name and Offices Section 1: Name The Name of this Corporation is Chattlab Makerspace Corporation.

equipment_list

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

The equipment list can be found here. The old equipment list that used to be on this page has been deprecated, but can still be found here.

forms

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

Chatt*lab Forms The following list are forms available to use, based on your need: * Chatt*lab Membership Application. Thinking about joining? Fill out this form and we'll get back to you. * Service Member Application. This is for a needs-based person that wants to volunteer 12 hours a week at the space working on assignments. It is limited to 2 individuals at one time and is subject by review of the Chatt*lab board of directors.

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🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

ChattLab Makerspace | Wiki ChattLab Makerspace is a vibrant community hub for makers and innovators in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The makerspace is dedicated to providing a collaborative and creative environment for individuals to design, create, and share their ideas and projects. With a vast array of tools, equipment, and resources, CLMS offers a wide range of opportunities for members to explore and experiment with various projects, including woodworking, 3D printing, electronics, robotics, a…

safety

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

Safety It's everyone's responsibility to be safe when operating the tools or machinery. PPE is provided, and it is your responsibility to ensure your own safety. Safety Glasses Use safety glasses when using any saw, laser cutter or anything that makes sparks or debris. They are provided for you on the front shelf marked

chattlab_principles

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

The ChattLab Principles: Keywords: report, incident, complaint, conduct, unsafe, discrimination, bullying, code of conduct, safety * Be excellent to each other. * If you say “we need to...” be prepared to lead that effort. * Don't solve problems you don't have.

equipment

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

Equipment ---------- CircuitLab EquipmentOwnerTo Be UpdatedChatt*Lab FabLab MachineOwnerGweike LC1390N (130W)Chatt*LabFull Spectrum Laser PS24 (90W)Chatt*LabPrusa i3 MK3S+Chatt*LabEnder 3 V2 (x4)Chatt*LabElegoo Mars (x2)Chatt*Lab CraftLab EquipmentOwnerTo Be UpdatedChatt*Lab WoodLab EquipmentOwnerGrizzly Cabinet SawJason BrownShopFox BandsawChris HenryCraftsman Bandsaw (2)Dave Alverson, Dennis MartinKobalt Sliding Compound SawDennis Martin

frequentlyaskedquestions

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

Frequently Asked Questions This page is intended to answer many of the common questions that people have about Chattlab and our various areas. Yes!!! If there is an area or question that you have that we have not addressed we really would like to hear it so we can address it here. If you have a question not addressed, please send it to [email protected].

how_lose_membership_privileges

🇺🇸 · ChattLab · Anonymous ([email protected])

How to Lose membership Privileges This page details how any member, regardless of role, may lose their membership privileges. It has been put together to add clarity around challenging scenarios in response to member feedback. This is not an exhaustive list but rather a shortlist of recent examples.

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