Retrieves detailed astronomical information for a specified celestial object (e.g., planet, star, Messier object, NGC/IC object). Information includes current equatorial and horizontal (altitude/azimuth) coordinates, visibility status (above/below horizon), rise/transit/set times, and, where applicable, distance, phase illumination, and upcoming moon phases. All calculations are performed for the pre-configured observer location and the current system time. The tool automatically resolves common names (e.g., 'Andromeda Galaxy' to 'M31') and handles various catalog identifiers.

Lists available celestial objects that can be queried by other tools. Objects are grouped by category. You can request all objects, or filter by a specific category. This tool helps in discovering what objects are known to the system.

Calculates a star hopping path from a bright start star to a target celestial object. Each hop is within the specified Field of View (FOV).