31 Jul 2006
Film Canister Constellations
Here’s another project utilizing the ever-handy film canister. NASA shares how to create small constellation models using a film canister, a bit of paper, and a pin to poke some holes. Going one step further, a flashlight can be pointed through the film canister to “project” the constellations on your wall, turning your room into your very own planetarium. Patterns are included for several popular constellations.
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