Design and Implementation of a Low-Cost Atl-Azimuth Telescope Mount for Tracking Multiple Celestial Bodies

This paper is on the design and implementation of an Alt-Azimuth Telescope, augmented with low-cost add-on components, to meet the needs of individuals who desire to track multiple celestial bodies but can’t afford the cost or find other telescopes difficult to use. Currently, a few of the cheaper and not so complex telescopes available on the market can track a single celestial body at a time. The motivation for the development of this research is to provide an alternative, low-cost solution using a low-priced motorized Alt-Azimuth telescope mount that can be aimed at and track multiple celestial bodies. The result is the design of block diagrams, assembly of electric components, wiring, algorithm design, and development of a base Alt-Azimuth telescope, which were integrated and tested into a fully functional system for beginners or amateurs who enjoy astronomy.