Star Chart


The Apollo XI astronauts used a chart to check the primary guidance navigation system in the lunar module and confirm their position in lunar orbit. By using the star positions and their two-digit numbers located on the chart next to each star, the astronauts were able to navigate during both the translunar coast and while in lunar orbit.


Pilgrims in the Camino follow the Sun in the day, from East to West, and follow the Milky Way in the night. Inspired by the Apollo XI analog guidance system, I produced several star charts along the Camino de Santiago, so people could follow the right direction during the night, being able to read the sky and its constellations. The star chart was carefully designed to suit just the month of May, the month where my journey took place.