Astronomical Software Solutions

TACOSS (Telescope Automation, Control, and Operation Software Suite) is our comprehensive open-source software platform for modern astronomical observatories. Currently operational at OCM Observatory in Chile, TACOSS is designed with an observer-centric approach where typically 2 operators manage multiple telescopes simultaneously from unified dashboards.

The modular architecture consists of a robust core (TIC middleware API with multi-protocol support, TCS service framework, NATS messaging, and telemetry) that provides essential telescope control and automation. Powerful extensions enhance functionality: OFP (Observatory FITS Pipeline) operates in both Live mode (real-time quality assessment and light curves at the observatory) and Science mode (high-precision publication-ready processing), ML models for image quality assessment and cycle time optimization, multiple interfaces (TOI graphical operator interface, TextUI command-line, OCA Monitor for system health), and advanced telemetry visualization with Prometheus and Grafana.

TACOSS emphasizes intelligent automation including automatic skyflats, temperature-compensated autofocus, and real-time photometric light curve generation, significantly reducing operator workload while ensuring consistent data quality.

Observatory optimized FITS Images viewer with advanced analysis tools for professional astronomical observation workflows.

Key Features:

• Radial Profile Analysis - Press R key for instant star profile with Gaussian fit, FWHM, RMS, and sky level measurements
• Linear Profile Tools - Quick keyboard shortcuts (H/V/D keys) for horizontal, vertical, and diagonal intensity profiles with real-time statistics
• WCS Support - Full World Coordinate System integration for accurate celestial coordinate display
• Directory Scanning Mode - Real-time monitoring of observatory directories with automatic loading of new FITS files, essential for live observing sessions
• Integrated IPython Console - Direct access to image data, headers, and WCS for custom analysis and scripting
• Flexible Layout - Customizable dock widgets with pinnable FITS header cards for personalized workflow
• Real-time Statistics - Continuous display of image statistics in status bar for quick quality assessment

The BHTom2 system is designed to facilitate collaborative astronomical observing projects, enabling users to manage target lists, request observations, and process resulting data efficiently.

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