Development

This is the "to do" list for the Shared Skies project.

Last update: March 9, 2014

Mt. Kent

Tasks

Install RFID encoder and motors for the dome for CDK700

Install new computer in CDK700 dome (awaits delivery from US)

Install FSQ106 in middle dome (awaits delivery from US)

Notes

Shipment of parts to Mt. Kent week of March 17, 2014

Tasks

Complete modification of the Paramount to use a Galil motion controller

Complete Mt. Kent echelle for shipment by March 31, 2014

Complete software pipeline for remote/autonomous operation of CDK20 photometry

Complete addition of XPA to XmTel and XmCCD for remote operation

Design, build, and install remotely operated mirror covers

Add wireless Sirius dome opening relay transponders

Add dropline RC24 dome shutter operation

Add heater to CDK20 secondary

Complete prototype Moore echelle for testing in spring 2014

Notes

Roll roof remote operation requires wiring limit switches.

Remote

Integrate systems with web interface for remote operation

XmTel

Update Galil system for modified Paramount

Add XPA server

XmCCD

Update Apogee drivers for new models

Add XPA server