Lunar cycle simulator

[FranklinDattein]

Hi everyone,

does anyone have tips on how to simulate lunar cycles with a moonlight?

I am basically after the intensity for the blue LEDs, depending on the moon phase.

Just for fun, I will connected to a moon phase web-service and drive blue led's intensity based on it.

Thanks,
Franklin

 

[Anthony Wood]

I just use the Lunar Pods on the MLC on my Archon controller takes the hassle out of everything. You could also use an audrino for the way you want to do it.

 

[FranklinDattein]

@Anthony Wood, would you have an image or link for this functionality on the Archon?
I will be using the REEFmate to automate this.

I will try to simulate what this article suggests:
http://infolific.com/pets/coral-reef-life/lunar-cycles-on-the-reef/

Strongest flow and moonlight intensity, when it is full moon. Slightly less strong on new moon and light flow/moonlight on all other moon phases.