Luna

What causes the familiar monthly cycle of lunar phases? What’s a waning gibbous or a waxing crescent Moon? Why does the Moon appear tilted at different angles depending on whether you’re in New York or Sydney? What does the Moon look like at different times from different places on Earth? Explore these questions and more with LUNA.

• Animated illustrations describe and help you learn the lunar phases
• Experiment by changing temporal and spatial parameters
• Choose any time in the lunar cycle and any time of year
• Move the Earth and Moon around the sun to see the effect on the lunar phases
• Interactively change the time of day to watch the Moon rise and set
• Alter latitude and longitude to observe how the Moon seen from Earth changes
• Learn facts about lunar missions past, present, and future
• Read illustrated explanations about a multitude of lunar properties
• Focused on education, suitable for all ages

LUNA provides a close approximation to the correct lunar phase and position at any given time and place on Earth. It estimates what the Moon will look like. This app is not designed as a precise lunar phase calendar, but rather as a tool to deepen your understanding of lunar phases, moon positions across different locations, and various lunar phenomena. LUNA offers insights into why the moon can appear differently in different parts of the world. Additionally, it lets you explore intriguing facts about the Moon and past/future missions. For astronomy enthusiasts seeking an engaging app to enhance their knowledge of the Moon, LUNA is worth trying out. Experiment, observe, and learn!