Plan of Procedures-Weather Balloon Space Probe Launch
Any type of experiment involving flight and the atmosphere involves a multitude of variables. Simple mistakes can result in major problems. In my case, if the parachute isn’t attached properly we could lose or severely damage our probe. In order to minimize risk and prevent failure, the flight operator must follow this plan of procedures precisely. The launch and recovery system will be assembled using the materials and tools listed below.
Part One- Lay out and assemble Weather balloon probe system
1) Lay out plastic tarp (S3) on a clear area.
2) Put on plastic gloves (S9).
3) Remove helium balloon (S1) from packaging and lay across tarp. DO NOT TOUCH BALLOON WITHOUT GLOVES.
4) Lay out parachute (S6) and probe-containment (S8).
5) Insert rubber tube (S3) into opening of the helium balloon (S1).
6) Use Nylon rope (T4) to tie the helium balloon to the top of the parachute (S6).
7) Use Nylon rope (T4) to tie the parachute (S6) to the probe-containment (S8).
8) Place 2 zip-ties (S7) around the connection of the rubber tube(S3) and the helium balloon(S1).
9) Connect rubber tube(S3) to helium tank (S2).
10) Use Nylon rope (T4) to tie a safety line to the helium balloon (S1).
11) Use Nylon rope (T4) to tie the safety line to the spring scale (T2).
12) Use the Dumbel (T3) to secure the safety line to the ground.
13) Inflate the weather balloon (S1).
14) Using the spring scale (T2) stop inflation at the force of 15 pounds.
15) Once designated lift has been reached, turn of the helium tank (S2) and squeeze the bottom of the helium balloon (S1) as you pull the rubber tube (S3) out.
16) Quickly pull the zip ties (S7) tight around the bottom of the helium balloon (S1).
17) Use duct-tape (S4) to secure and cover the zip ties (S7).
18) Using the knife (T1) cut the safety line.
19) Grab the probe containment (S8) and walk the system away from the tarp.
20) Release the system.
21) Using CUSF Landing Predictor 2.5 to run necessary projections to estimate landing/recovery site.
22) Load up the car and begin moving towards landing site.
The rendering above shows the overall connection of the probe system.
Nate~
ReplyDeleteThe introduction excludes explanation of the design solution as a system.
Separate parts and supplies.
Separate assembly from launch steps. I am sure that some testing would be in order before launching.
Add all (S#) to all items in steps.
Show more detailed images for each step.