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Code 820: Balloon Projects Office

Designed Technology

  • NASA's Balloon Program developed, tested, and integrated a new Balloon Support System, including the Command Data Module (CDM) for ULDB Missions

  • It was used in support of the CREAM/LDB Missions (December 2005 & December 2005) in Antarctica.

  • An advanced ballooncraft support system is needed to provide redundant, reliable power, high rate data communication systems for long duration flights.

  • The Balloon Program evaluated the concepts for a Trajectory Control System, and an Arc Second Pointing System.
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