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Welcome

Welcome to my web site, which features information, support and downloads for Satscape, Xtenscape and more. To navigate around, hover your mouse over the green buttons above, then click on one of the sub-pages that pop up. I'm Scott Hather, the author of Satscape, Xtenscape and everything else on this website, enjoy your stay, maybe donate or view the sponsors sites so that I can buy some groceries this week :-)

On this site you will find:

Satscape

Free Satellite tracking program for Windows, Mac, Linux and anything that will run Java applications. It's self-updating so is always up to date with the latest satellite tracking information. You can track any object in Earth orbit, from the International space station, the Space shuttle, any one of the 8000+ satellites and space debis can be tracked very accurately using Kepler's Equations. As new satellites are launched they will automatically appear in the settings, so you can start tracking their position. This program is mainly intended for radio amateurs who need to know when their favourite satellite is due to pass over their location, so they can use it to talk to other amateurs around the world, but anyone with an interest in space or satellites may find it useful.

Xtenscape

Free X-10 Home automation program for Apple Mac and Windows. Using this software and some cheap X-10 hardware you can control electrical appliances around your home. No extra wiring is needed, and you can buy the hardware required a little at a time, starting with just one controller and one appliance module (about 50 UK pounds in total) + this free software.

Satscape Films

In 2007 I discovered a new form of animation called "Machinima". Using dedicated software like Moviestorm or iClone, or using a game engine, you can create your own movies, become a film maker / Director. Being a 'creative type' I loved this and made lots of short films, mainly short surreal comedies, but also serious stuff too. Please check out what I've done, and have a go yourself!