Flight Deck

AIRBORNE

Interactive 2D Lunar Lander flight simulation. Screen reader and keyboard users can monitor real-time telemetry below. You can also manually pilot the lander using Arrow keys (Up for main thruster, Left/Right for RCS) or WASD keys. Press Space to pause or resume, R to reset, T for new terrain, and G to toggle wind.

Altitude 0.0 m
V-Speed 0.00 m/s
H-Speed 0.00 m/s
Pitch 0.0°
Fuel 100%
Touchdown Radar 0.0 m
Thrusters
◀ L ▲ M R ▶

Event Log

    Network Topology

    NEAT Neural Network Topology Directed acyclic graph representing the active genome with 6 sensory inputs on the left, evolved hidden neurons in the center, and 3 thruster outputs on the right. Synapses show connection weights, direction, and innovation markers. When focused, use Plus and Minus keys to zoom, Zero to center, and Arrow keys to pan.

    Innovation Registry

    Innov Connection Weight State

    Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: September 17, 2026 · Version 1.0

    1. Zero Data Collection Architecture

    The NEAT Lunar Lander Playground runs 100% client-side in your browser sandbox. We operate no tracking databases, user accounts, or telemetry servers. We do not collect, process, sell, or monetize any personal data.

    2. GDPR Compliance (EU Regulation 2016/679)

    In full accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we adhere strictly to principles of data minimization and storage limitation. Because zero personal data or user identifiers are collected or stored, individual data subject rights (access, rectification, erasure, portability) are guaranteed inherently by the absence of data retention.

    3. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA / CPRA)

    We do not sell, share, rent, or transfer personal information to third parties for monetary or other consideration. All users enjoy equal, unrestricted access without profiling or commercial tracking.

    4. COPPA Compliance (Children's Online Privacy)

    This educational application does not knowingly gather personal information from children under 13 years of age.

    5. Cookies & Local Storage (ePrivacy Directive)

    This website does not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or analytics scripts. Simulation calculations and genetic mutations reside exclusively in temporary volatile browser memory during your active session.

    6. Third-Party CDNs

    Standard HTTP requests are made to Google Fonts (typefaces) and jsDelivr (D3.js script). Network traffic to these CDNs is governed by their respective public privacy policies. No simulation state or user inputs are transmitted.

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    Terms of Service

    Effective Date: September 17, 2026 · Version 1.0

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing and using this web playground, you agree to these Terms of Service, all applicable laws, and regulations.

    2. Educational & Research Simulation Purpose

    This playground is an educational simulation illustrating neuroevolution algorithms. It is provided strictly for learning, demonstration, and computer science exploration, not for actual aerospace or navigation applications.

    3. Scientific Attribution

    The NeuroEvolution of Augmenting Topologies (NEAT) algorithm is attributed to Kenneth O. Stanley and Risto Miikkulainen (2002): "Evolving Neural Networks through Augmenting Topologies", Evolutionary Computation 10(2): 99-127.

    4. Open Source License (MIT)

    This project is released under the permissive MIT License. You may inspect, fork, and adapt the software, provided that the original copyright and permission notice are preserved.

    5. Warranty Disclaimer ("AS IS") & Limitation of Liability

    The simulation is provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Under no circumstances shall the authors or maintainers be liable for any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of this software.

    6. DMCA & Intellectual Property

    If you believe any content on this site infringes your intellectual property, please submit an issue on our GitHub repository with detailed notice.

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    Accessibility Statement

    Conformance Target: WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 Level AA · ADA Title III · Section 508

    1. Digital Accessibility Commitment

    We are committed to providing an accessible experience for all users, including individuals using screen readers, switch devices, keyboard-only navigation, and screen magnifiers.

    2. Implemented Accessibility Features

    • Keyboard Operation: All interactive controls, genetic operations, and presets can be operated entirely via keyboard.
    • Manual Flight Control: Keyboard users can manually fly the lander using Arrow keys (↑, ←, →) or WASD.
    • Bypass Skip Link: A skip-to-content link allows quick navigation past repetitive header bars.
    • Visible Focus Indicators: High-contrast focus rings (:focus-visible) clearly mark focused elements.
    • Screen Reader Semantics: ARIA roles, live regions for flight status and events, and detailed descriptions for canvas and SVG graphics.
    • Graph Keyboard Zoom & Pan: Focus the network topology SVG to zoom (+/-), reset (0), and pan with arrow keys.
    • Contrast & Reduced Motion: High contrast ratios (4.5:1+) and support for prefers-reduced-motion.

    3. Feedback & Assistance

    If you encounter any accessibility barriers or need assistance, please open an issue in our GitHub repository.

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    Keyboard Shortcuts Guide

    You can control the simulation, pilot the lander, and explore the neural network using the keyboard:

    Full List of Keyboard Shortcuts
    KeyActionScope
    SpacePause / Resume physics simulationGlobal
    ↑ / WFire main thruster (manual piloting)Global / Canvas
    ← / AFire left RCS thruster (rotate right)Global / Canvas
    → / DFire right RCS thruster (rotate left)Global / Canvas
    RReset lander to starting positionGlobal
    TGenerate new lunar surface terrainGlobal
    GToggle wind / turbulence on/offGlobal
    ETrigger Auto-Evolve for 5 generationsGlobal
    FFit view / Reset network topology zoom & panGlobal
    + / =Zoom in topology network graphGraph focused
    - / _Zoom out topology network graphGraph focused
    0Reset graph zoom & pan to centerGraph focused
    Arrow KeysPan graph up, down, left, rightGraph focused
    ?Open this Keyboard Shortcuts cheat sheetGlobal
    EscClose any active dialog modalModal active
    Tip: Press ? at any time to reopen this guide.