Android APP to measure firing arcs [X-Wing Firing Arc Cam]

By KimLabrea, in X-Wing

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X-Wing Firing Arc Cam BETA 2
Hi guys!
I'm developing an Android App to measure firing arcs coz I don't have a laser to do it. So I make this app. This uses the smartphone camera with an overelay arc, all you have to do is place your black part of the ship inside the square to match the arc. (Using the distance rule at your side can help you to get max precision.
BETA2 CHANGE LOG:
- Added 360° arc. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND to use the rule as a guide to get an acceptable accuracy coz it's hard to find the sweet spot. You have to be exactly above the ship.
- Added Line to simulate lasers.
- Added button to cycle between arcs. Order is: Normal>360>Line
- Added Credits page.
- Donate button still there if someone want to support and have your name on the credits. :P
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* Please, disregard the LOCK button. It's for future updates. ;)

The app is free with no ads, but if you like it and want to donate, there is a Paypal Donate button.
Any criticism and suggestions are welcome! Feel free to use and abuse it!
Downloads:
BETA2:
BETA1
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Edited by KimLabrea
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Awesome!!

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I see huge potential here. A few questions:

Does the camera have to be directly overhead or would it work at like 45 degrees?

Does the app recognize all base sizes?

Is there a turret/auxiliary range option?

I see the most use for this in determining ranges on the fly instead of having to poke the ruler all over clustered dogfights.

I could also see some awesome use with a projector over the battlefield if anyone had the skill to program it. That would be sick.

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Hi guys!

Does the camera have to be directly overhead or would it work at like 45 degrees?

WIth overhead you will get better acurracy. Using the rule at the edge of the firing arc will help you to find the maximum acuracy.

Does the app recognize all base sizes?

I'm making the big ships arcs right now. Pictures below.

Is there a turret/auxiliary range option?

Picture below.

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360° arc is not final. I'm making better resolution for it.

I'll publish it as soon as I get it done.

Edited by KimLabrea
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Very cool.

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That's awesome! Im totally getting it

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I'm waiting my designer guy to finish the 360° with better quality. If any of you want to make it, send me an email: kim.labrea[@].[GMAIL].[COM]

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BETA2 RELEASED! Check main post.

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Stunning app, great concept!