Star Tracker

DIY Star Tracker - Simple, effective, cheap Hi folks, today I would like to introduce you to my project: the Star Tracker, a simple yet powerful camera tracker for astrophotography. The special feature: The construction is simple and can be realized without special electronic or programming knowledge. It is therefore ideal for anyone who likes to create and photograph without having to dig deep into microcontroller coding or complicated electronics. Highlights: Compatible with the standard 1/4" camera thread and ARCA-Swiss (standard Swiss plate) Works with a standard power bank (5V) - perfect for mobile use Components are freely available (e.g. Nema 17 stepper motor with planetary gear, stepper motor controller, converter, USB-C adapter) No programming required - the controller parameters are preconfigured and easy to set Only a few tools required: soldering iron, screwdriver, a multimeter is recommended I have successfully tested the tracker with a Canon EOS 1200D - exposure times of