Galaxy-Ellipse-Tool

A tool for exploring the density wave theory for distribution of stars in a galaxy.

You set the mode by pressing 'm'. The mode will change which property is changed by dragging the mouse left and right.

Modes:

  • count, adjust number of ellipses
  • spacing, adjust spacing between each successive ellipse major axis in pixels
  • rotation, adjust rotational offset between each successive ellipse in radians
  • squash, adjust size of minor axis relative to major axis

Demonstration:

https://youtu.be/qR4oPYhbthc