SatNet Simulator

About: 

SatNet Simulator is a fun and interactive application. Orbital satellites are generated at the desired radius and density. Land-based stations are created on the world using the latitude/longitude navigation system. Using these elements, random paths can be generated and displayed from beginning to endpoint representing travel along a satellite network.

I was inspired by a networks class project (not mine) related to satellite pathfinding. I was intrigued by the idea and wanted to pursue my own take on the concept, which features a different emphasis. I also wanted to make it interactive and visually appealing, which I believe I accomplished.

Controls: 

Key	Function	Comments
Z	Opens land station controls	Manually add, randomly add, or delete all land stations Note: Coordinates too close to another station will not generate
X	Opens SatNet Generation controls	Choose radius of orbit and satellite density (world radius will adjust accordingly)
C	Displays "Pathfind" Button
R	Toggles Autorotation
Arrows	Affects pitch & rotation of view (when autorotate is disabled)
Mouse scroll	Zooms in/out
Mouse right click (hold)	Pauses rotation and pans view