Distorted Kaleidoscope Art vs ARITAKA

"Distorted Kaleidoscope Art" is a kaleidoscope simulator with unique image distortion effects, which are designed mathematically. This app simulates dynamic behavior such as collision and rebound of small objects in a container enclosed by mirrors and also generates intriguing distorted images and animations. There are two lists A and B of image distortion effects, each of which consists of 16 effects. By combining effects selected from each list A and B, you can apply various effects to the kaleidoscope image, making it easy to create fantastic fractal artwork, mysterious mandala artwork, colourful psychedelic artwork, etc. Also, to generate more dynamic motion and change, we positively devised various ideas such as "finger gravity simulation" and "color morphing effect". This app will be recommended for those who are getting bored of ordinary Kaleidoscope images or for those who want more exciting and unique abstract arts. Please note that the app "Distorted Kaleidoscope Art" is high load due to image processing calculation. So we strongly recommend to play this app on iPad pro or higher. Features: - 16 types × 16 types of image distortion effect - Sliders for manipulating parameters of image distortion effects - Select objects from 28 forms, 18 colors, 10 sizes and 16 angles - 4 mirror frame shapes - Slider for zoom and rotational speed of the screen - Slider for physical simulation speed - 4 color blend modes - Switch that prohibits rotation of all objects due to collision or rebound - Three independent layers with parameters about virtual gravity, rebound, brightness, etc　(Objects in the same layer collide with each other, and ones in the different layer go through each other.) - Finger gravity effect that generates gravity sources by touching the screen - Color morphing effect that gives continuous color change to the objects - Randomize properties of the objects - Undo, Redo - Save, Load settings - Save PNG images to camera roll - Export to iTunes - 24 example files - Help function The main difference with our another app "Kaleidoscope geometric Art": - Image distortion effects - Because the physics engine has been changed, the physical dynamics of the objects is slightly different. - Not support the effect of frictional force. - Delete slider that controls the effect of finger gravity. (The strength of finger gravity is always constant and finger gravity source generates only attractive force.) - Finger gravity can not be recorded and is not saved in file. - The image resolution is better. - Load of the image processing calculation is larger, and power consumption is also larger. - Support 120 frame rate for iPad pro 2nd generation.

Astronomy for Astrologers ARITAKA bridges astrology and the celestial sphere. View the horoscope from four distinct perspectives to deepen your understanding of planets, the 12 signs, and the 12 houses. Why do the summer solstice Sun and winter solstice Full Moon appear at their highest point? Why do some signs rise steeply while others ascend obliquely? Why do certain house systems break down at high latitudes? Traditional textbooks rely on flat diagrams and formulas, but grasping three-dimensional celestial motion from two dimensions alone is an enormous challenge. ARITAKA serves as an aid to that understanding. ◆ Sphere View Displays planets, fixed stars, the 12 signs, and the 12 houses on the celestial sphere. Switch your viewpoint between inside and outside — like a traditional celestial globe, with orthographic projection. ◆ Sky Chart View Projects the horizon and meridian in 3D onto a two-dimensional horoscope. Read planetary positions near the horizon and meridian that flat charts cannot represent. Inspired by the astrology software Placidus. ◆ Stereographic View Freely navigate the sky and horizon to simulate planetary and stellar positions. Display and interaction design drawn from the astronomy simulator Stellarium. Includes rise, transit, and set times. ◆ Solar System View Projects the horoscope onto a 3D simulation of the solar system, offering an objective vantage point for the chart. ◆ Key Features · 7 house systems (Placidus, Regiomontanus, Campanus, Koch, Topocentric, Equal, Whole Sign, Alcabitius) · Tropical / Sidereal with multiple ayanamsha options · Fixed stars, constellation lines, and planet labels · 12 reference lines including horizon, meridian, prime vertical, ecliptic and equatorial grids · Direct date/time editing with VCR controls · Place search and saved observer locations · Screenshot sharing and URL sharing · Japanese / English interface A free Web version is also available at aritaka.com. The iPad version adds extra house systems, color customization, and unlimited saved profiles.