This is what the our Solar System looks like right now!

This Solar System Simulator is an interactive Python-based program that allows you to explore and visualize the planets in our solar system. It uses the Pygame library to render a 2D simulation of the solar system, where you can zoom, pan, and follow planets in real time.

The program syncs with real planet positions. The simulation includes:

• Dynamic planet positions based on real data from the de440.bsp ephemeris.
• Simulated asteroid belt with randomly generated asteroids.
• Interactive controls to change time speed, zoom, and follow specific planets.
• Planet and moon info panels that display relevant information about each celestial body.

Controls

• Pan: Left-click and drag the mouse.
• Zoom: Use the mouse wheel.
• Click on a planet: Follow it or view its information.
• Arrow keys: Adjust time speed.
• Spacebar: Pause time.
• R: Reset time.
• Free View: Stops following a planet.
• Sync Time: Synchronize the simulation with real-time.

The simulation provides a visually rich experience, with planet and moon orbits, starry backgrounds, and glowing effects around the Sun. You can interact with the simulation through various buttons and controls, making it a fun way to learn about the solar system.