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The Internet opens a communication channel to bring any people of similar interests together. The network of contributors for planetaria does not make an exeption. Most prominent internet groups can be found below.
Dome-L: http://www.planetarium.net/ Virtual network of planetarium contributors. It contains a simple discussion thread, an event calendar and opportunities for an individual presentation. The origins go back to a mailing list, Dome-L, that is active still but slowly being substituted by this network. Starting date: 1993 / 2008 Subscription: free but essential. Moderation: Rovy Branon
Fulldome Video Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fulldome/ Community of planetarians and fulldome users. A contribution is sent via e-mail for instant publication. A topic can easily be traced by its title. Starting date: September 2000 Participation: free but needs approvement. Moderation: Ryan Wyatt
Small Planetarium Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/small_planetarium/ Another discussion group via e-mail. Focus lies on the needs of smaller facilities and portables. Contributions also span self-made devices. Open to any interested people. Starting date: March 2006 Participation: free but needs approvement. Moderation: Barry Gerdes
Observatory Central: http://www.observatorycentral.com/index.php?showforum=6 Forum board for topics related to technics, facilities and history of planetaria. Experts on engineering prevail, but beginners are welcome. Starting date: June 2006 Participation: free but needs a registration. Moderation: Ron Walker
Immersive Forum: http://extranet.spitzinc.com/discussion/ Forum on video production and software provided by Spitz Inc. Low participation. Starting date: July 2003 Participation: needs a registration. Moderation: Brad Thompson |