Show HN: Dyson Sphere simulation (C++/OpenGL)
corvo01 Friday, August 29, 2025
I built a simple simulation of a Dyson Sphere using C++ and OpenGL. It renders ~20,000 satellites orbiting a star, with adjustable parameters like satellite size, density, and distribution.
The goal was to explore graphics programming and visualize how such a megastructure might look. It’s still work in progress, but functional enough to share.
Code, screenshots, and instructions here: https://github.com/corvo001/DysonSphere
Summary
This article discusses the Dyson Sphere, a hypothetical megastructure that encompasses a star to harness its entire energy output. It explores the concept, potential benefits, and challenges associated with constructing such an ambitious engineering project.
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