Category Archives: OCS Upgrades

2021A OT Released

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The 2021A OT was released on December 9, 2020. The changes are relatively minor and are described here. Explore, the core application of the Gemini Program Platform, is under construction and we will present a demonstration and collect feedback during … Continue reading →

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Gemini Program Platform passes Inception Review

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The Gemini Program Platform (GPP) project passed its Inception Review (final design review) in July, 2020. The committee included Gemini staff, user representatives, and external experts in observatory operations and software development.  The system will consist of a set of … Continue reading →

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New software releases and GPP progress

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There have been two software releases in the past week. First, the 2020B Phase I Tool (PIT) was released along with the 2020B call for proposals. The main change in this version is an update to the GeMS/GSAOI guide star … Continue reading →

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Gemini Program Platform CoDR Documents Available

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Gemini has started a series of new projects designed to replace the current Observatory Control System (OCS) tools such at the Phase I Tool (PIT) and the Observing Tool (OT). A goal is to create new tools that are easier … Continue reading →

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