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At-Home Star Projectors

Takayuki Ohira's 'Megastar Class' Home Planetarium Recreates the Night Sky

— February 10, 2016 — Art & Design
Takayuki Ohira is one of Japan's most well-known planetarium designers who is now making it possible for the average consumer to enjoy a starry night sky with his new home planetarium.

The 'Megastar Class' is a projection device that beams out more than a million stars over 180 degrees, turning entire ceilings and walls into a realistic simulation of the sky. In order to fully enhance the authenticity of the device, Ohira's Megastar Class design also includes a diurnal motion that's set to the 35th parallel north. Since this is a Bluetooth-enabled device, it's also able to create a number of ambient mood lighting scenes, including ones that mimic dusk, dark and blue skies.

At a price of over $17,000, unfortunately this at-home planetarium system doesn't come cheap to amateur stargazers.
Trend Themes
1. At-home Planetariums - The trend of at-home planetariums is growing as consumers seek immersive and realistic experiences of the night sky from the comfort of their own homes.
2. Projection Technology - The advancement of projection technology enables the creation of highly detailed and immersive simulations, opening up opportunities for innovative applications and experiences.
3. Smart Lighting - The integration of smart lighting capabilities into devices like home planetariums provides users with customizable ambiance and mood settings, enhancing the overall experience.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can leverage at-home planetariums to offer unique and immersive virtual reality experiences, expanding the possibilities of entertainment systems.
2. Interior Design - Interior design professionals can incorporate at-home planetariums into their designs to create captivating and awe-inspiring environments that simulate the night sky.
3. Education - Educational institutions can utilize at-home planetariums as educational tools to enhance astronomy lessons and provide students with interactive and engaging learning experiences.
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