Parameterization and geometric optimization of
balloon launched sensorcraft for atmospheric
research missions
Parameterization and geometric optimization of
balloon launched sensorcraft for atmospheric
research missions
We present a method for the payload centric automated design and manufacturing of balloon launched, high altitude gliders. The purpose of these gliders is to conduct directed measurements of atmospheric phenomena with a variety of payloads. A bespoke airframe design is generated that can protect the payload, ensure recoverability and extend sampling times. A manufacturing technique, that relies heavily on rapid prototyping, allows for rapid realization of the aircraft design. This allows atmospheric scientists and researchers unprecedented access to a broad range of altitudes.
Paulson, Christopher
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Sobester, Andras
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10 January 2013
Paulson, Christopher
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Sobester, Andras
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Paulson, Christopher and Sobester, Andras
(2013)
Parameterization and geometric optimization of
balloon launched sensorcraft for atmospheric
research missions.
51st AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, Grapevine, United States.
07 - 10 Jan 2013.
11 pp
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We present a method for the payload centric automated design and manufacturing of balloon launched, high altitude gliders. The purpose of these gliders is to conduct directed measurements of atmospheric phenomena with a variety of payloads. A bespoke airframe design is generated that can protect the payload, ensure recoverability and extend sampling times. A manufacturing technique, that relies heavily on rapid prototyping, allows for rapid realization of the aircraft design. This allows atmospheric scientists and researchers unprecedented access to a broad range of altitudes.
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Published date: 10 January 2013
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51st AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, Grapevine, United States, 2013-01-07 - 2013-01-10
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Computational Engineering & Design Group
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URI: http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/id/eprint/349102
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