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OpenMoco Software Documentation

 

OpenMoco Timelapse Engine

The OpenMoco Timelapse Engine is an open-source firmware for the Arduino microcontroller engine providing advanced motion control and timelapse capabilities. This is the core component for use in an OpenMoco-based system.

 

OpenMoco MX2 Dolly Engine

The OpenMoco MX2 Dolly Engine is an open-source firmware for the Arduino microntroller, with an attached DollyShield providing a simple-to-use interface and control system for a motion control rig using DC motors and up to two axes.  This is an extension component for use in an OpenMoco-based system.

 

OpenMoco Slim

OpenMoco Slim is a text/terminal-based interface to the engine, enabling real-time, scripted, and program control using a series of commands.  It is written in perl, is easily modified, and an excellent way to test changes to the engine.

 

Perl API for the OpenMoco Timelapse Engine

OpenMoco::Interface::Timelapse is an open-source API for the perl language to communicate with the Timelapse Engine.  Useful for creating your own scripts and software quickly and easily.

 

 

User-Contributed and Other Free Software
 

TimeIsMotion

TimeIsMotion is a free software package and custom firmware for enabling custom ramps and other controls for the Meade DS (aka 'milapse') telescope head.