Dome functioning
The dome is motorized in Azimuth. The drive is powered by a Solex tire on a bearing surface.
To automate it, we added an encoder and a zero sensor to define its position.
A box from Sheylak Instruments allows us to read the encoder and operate the control relays.
A specific control box was created to properly isolate the control and actuation.
The Sheylak box is connected to the control computer via a serial cable.
We can then calibrate the system and use it synchronized with the telescope.
For the tire drive to work well, it seems that an inflation of 3 Bar is optimal.
The Cimier has two modes depending on whether we want to observe on the horizon or at the zenith. In any case, the lower part of the Cimier must be manually coupled or separated. This can only be done manually.