Editing Maestro (software) (section)

== Tools ==
Maestro loads with a sidebar of tools to help assist the program user with different tasks.

=== Conductor ===
Selecting the Conductor brings up a window that provides help, insight and tutorials on how to use the program. It consists of multiple pages that can be referenced at any point in the program. It contains information on the different tools listed below. It also contains information about the each rover's equipment and how Maestro analyzes the data.

=== Database ===
The database is a file directory loaded on the left hand of the screen. It connects all the photos and data into manageable folders that can be accessed and changed at any time. The database tags each files with the [[Timekeeping on Mars|Sol]] date, site number, camera position, acquisition time, and sequence ID. It allows Maestro to open up to three different panoramic photos in separate windows on the same screen for easier multitasking. Each photo can be manipulated individually if needed.

=== Frame Data ===
The frame data window is located below the database. The frame data gives information on the rover position, site number, and image size. The frame of reference can be changed from the site or rover's point of view and adjusts the information according to the location of the rover's camera.

=== Filters ===
Photos can be manipulated using five different filters included within the program.
{| class="wikitable"
!Filter
!Function
!Purpose
|-
|[[Median filter|Median]]
|Removes noise and preserves edges
|Softens edges and cleans up grainy photos
|-
|[[Low-pass filter|Low-pass]]
|Lowers the frequency of the image between a specified interval
|Removes [[Moiré pattern|moiré]] through blurring
|-
|[[High-pass filter|High-pass]]
|Increases the frequency of the image between a specified interval
|Sharpens only edges to improve clarity
|-
|[[Gaussian filter|Gaussian]]
|Blurs an image using the Gaussian function to reduce noise and detail
|Smooths low resolution pictures to create a cohesive object
|-
|[[Edge detection|Edge]]
|Analyzes the photo for changes in brightness to outline only the edges of the original photo
|Outlines the terrain and environment
|}

=== Rover Activities ===
Activities can be planned for the simulated rover to take pictures of any target within the 3D rendered environment. Maestro allows the user to set a course for the rover to follow. Once the rover reaches its destination, it can analyze the environment around it. The program can manipulate the following:
* Rover Orientation
* Rover Location
* Front Hazard Camera
* Rear Hazard Camera
* Mini-TES
* Navigation Camera
* Panoramic Camera
* Microimager
* Spectrometers
* Rock Abrasion Tool
A queue of events can be organized for the Rover to follow and the rover completes each event in sequential order.