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Explore the universe in 3D with the Universe Applet

or get some more files and more commands
with the Large Structures Applet which may
also adopt a resizeable floating frame.


If the applet does not show up just above this text, it's probably because your
favorite browser (Firefox, IE...) no longer supports java applets.
For some time still you might try an older version.
If you have installed JDK you may also use AppletViewer with the URL of this page.
Oracle has planned the definitive end of Java Applets, inclusive AppletViewer, in Java 9.


See Large Structures Applet for explanations.

Hold the 3D universe in your hand

This applet shows a true 3D map (atlas or model) of stars and other objects in the Milky Way and thousands of other galaxies near or far away. You get the 3D effect when you turn the universe around as a ball by dragging it with the mouse. "True" means that positions of stars and galaxies are correct (but sizes are not).

Changing to one or several other files, turn the universe around and do some zooming is fine. But there are many other possibilities. To get explanations and use them all take time to visit the Large Structures Applet.

Files

My applets have benefited from data compilations made by others. I have adapted files as they appear on several sites, especially

You should use the button "Data" down left in the applet to see more details concerning the sources of each individual file.

Site updated 08 May, 2017    Remarks and questions? areusite at free dot fr