I was wondering how you had the parachute on the balloon and which parachute you used? Also If there is more information about your parachute can you please tell me about it? Thank you!
Well done robert,Simon’s from Manchesters Co launcher here! So you think we hit the 100.000ft+ good as our main tracker died,Thank goodness for Simons back up!Were only using what we found from your site and a few other selective sites that have actually done it,Close was of no use to us at all!We only used what had been proven to work above 30,000ft.Yours is Quality pal…,This is our first Attempt -But we will fly again!!! http://homepage.ntlworld.com/simon.marshall66/balloon/ Thanks for your help!,John O’Brien…
I am amazed at your feat. Your achievement shows that IT IS POSSIBLE to do the IMPOSSIBLE. I salute your enthusiasm and efforts. I hope NASA, ESA and others learn from your deed. As the saying goes “A small step of men, a giant leap for mankind….”
Saludos Mr. Robert! Some time ago I found in the internet a site from a pair of students from MIT who were able to accomplish the same, although for a little less investment, seems balloons are quite expensive in England. You might look for some at USA via internet in order to go up to Icarus XMC! Check their site: http://space.1337arts.com
Cheers,
Alex Eceverría, México
Excellent project and a few of us engineers at KGS are considering launching a unit from Canada. How can we acquire a PCB? There’s a reference to that on your site. We were also thinking about “stabilizing” the unit with outriggers for added inertia. Any thoughts?
Your comments this morning on CNN was spot on…..we’ve lost our global edge because our children are not pursuing science. Our classrooms as your “classroom” has so elegantly demonstrated, need to foster natural and unboundless curiosity….To accomplish this goal, we need to attact young minds into the world of science by nourishing the natural, unboundless mind of the child…
“Inventive genius requires pleasurable mental activity as a condition for its vigorous exercise. ‘Necessity is the mother of invention’ is a silly proverb. ‘Necessity is the mother of futile dodges’ is much closer to the truth. The basis of growth of modern invention is science, and science is almost wholly the outgrowth of pleasurable intellectual curiosity.
Hi Robert,
Fantastic achievment, takes me back when i was launching radio sonde balloons, 27mhz back then, these were tracked using a cossor radar. The balloons were filled with hydrogen ( not recommended!!).
Following a true spirit in amateur radio, very best of luck for future launches. Has set me thinking.
Hello, Mr.Harrison
I read the article about your amazing achievement!
It gave me a big thrill to meet your process and pictures, finally possibilities.
I wish you best of luck.
I too am very impressed by the images and all your efforts with previous Lauches. You should apply to the british space station which is taking application from April the 1st.
After looking over your web pages, I am well impressed with your determination and “have a go approach”.
As one of the comments on the Times article states “Never underestimate the ability of a Brit who owns a shed.”
This is bloody good science – keep up the good work.
I was wondering how you had the parachute on the balloon and which parachute you used? Also If there is more information about your parachute can you please tell me about it? Thank you!
PermalinkHow about some pictures of your version 3 payload?
PermalinkHello Robert,
do you thinking on making the construction plans public so more people can follow your path?
thank you,
Permalinkdd
You have inspired me to work on a new science project with my almost 9 year old son! He is obsessed with NASA and space as only an autistic can be!
PermalinkWhat a great resource!
PermalinkWell done robert,Simon’s from Manchesters Co launcher here! So you think we hit the 100.000ft+ good as our main tracker died,Thank goodness for Simons back up!Were only using what we found from your site and a few other selective sites that have actually done it,Close was of no use to us at all!We only used what had been proven to work above 30,000ft.Yours is Quality pal…,This is our first Attempt -But we will fly again!!! http://homepage.ntlworld.com/simon.marshall66/balloon/ Thanks for your help!,John O’Brien…
PermalinkHallo Sir,
What an achievement! Well done!
This is the kind of stuff that will make a new generation of dreamers awake.
Greetings,
Herman Meyer
PermalinkStellenbosch
South Africa
Don’t forget an early attempt (2002) at balloon flight with an onboard computer by J. Meehan:
http://vpizza.org/~jmeehan/balloon/
PermalinkHello Sir Robert,
I am amazed at your feat. Your achievement shows that IT IS POSSIBLE to do the IMPOSSIBLE. I salute your enthusiasm and efforts. I hope NASA, ESA and others learn from your deed. As the saying goes “A small step of men, a giant leap for mankind….”
Regards
Dipu Marak
Permalinkturanews@yahoo.com
Hi Robert
Just wanted to let you know, that you made it to the media in Switzerland. Great work and amazing pictures. You have all my respect!
Regards, Stefan
PermalinkRobert,
It’s just amazing, the idea, the pictures, the videos.
I’m looking forward to your future projects.
PermalinkSaludos Mr. Robert! Some time ago I found in the internet a site from a pair of students from MIT who were able to accomplish the same, although for a little less investment, seems balloons are quite expensive in England. You might look for some at USA via internet in order to go up to Icarus XMC! Check their site:
Permalinkhttp://space.1337arts.com
Cheers,
Alex Eceverría, México
Enjoy your great pictures and the fine work you do. Many thanks, Robert.
Bob Read, London, ON, Canada
PermalinkHi Robert,
Keep up the good work!
(Virginia Tech) Blacksburg, VA USA
PermalinkExcellent project and a few of us engineers at KGS are considering launching a unit from Canada. How can we acquire a PCB? There’s a reference to that on your site. We were also thinking about “stabilizing” the unit with outriggers for added inertia. Any thoughts?
PermalinkGreat pictures!!! I’ll keep an eye on your website and your Project.
Claus from Austria
PermalinkYour comments this morning on CNN was spot on…..we’ve lost our global edge because our children are not pursuing science. Our classrooms as your “classroom” has so elegantly demonstrated, need to foster natural and unboundless curiosity….To accomplish this goal, we need to attact young minds into the world of science by nourishing the natural, unboundless mind of the child…
“Inventive genius requires pleasurable mental activity as a condition for its vigorous exercise. ‘Necessity is the mother of invention’ is a silly proverb. ‘Necessity is the mother of futile dodges’ is much closer to the truth. The basis of growth of modern invention is science, and science is almost wholly the outgrowth of pleasurable intellectual curiosity.
— Alfred North Whitehead
PermalinkHi Robert,
Awesome pictures & video’s. Looking forward to see results from your future projects. Will keep an eye on your website from Switzerland.
Best regards,
Monique
Permalinksee i told my science teacher. anyone can be an astronaut! you proved it!!!
PermalinkHi Robert,
Fantastic achievment, takes me back when i was launching radio sonde balloons, 27mhz back then, these were tracked using a cossor radar. The balloons were filled with hydrogen ( not recommended!!).
Following a true spirit in amateur radio, very best of luck for future launches. Has set me thinking.
Rgds Keith G0OXV
PermalinkNow THIS is a hobby! Good for you! Best of Luck from Kamloops, BC, Canada
PermalinkHi, read about you and your success via Canoe.ca.
My only comment is the colour hues of the pictures. Is it me or is there a purple hue them?
Well done, wishing you more success.
Louis
PermalinkGreat work! And thank’s for all of the detail on your website!
Jesse
PermalinkHi,
Congratulations from Oporto, Portugal. Great science work. Hope NASA will fund your projects.
Regards
PermalinkDaniel
I’m using these as wallpaper on my desktop. Awesome stuff.
PermalinkHello, Mr.Harrison
PermalinkI read the article about your amazing achievement!
It gave me a big thrill to meet your process and pictures, finally possibilities.
I wish you best of luck.
I am hugely impressed Robert. Rather inspiring stuff.
How’s about you go and grab some sponsorship and take your game to the next level? You’ve got this far on a tiny sum so . . . . . . . .
PermalinkI too am very impressed by the images and all your efforts with previous Lauches. You should apply to the british space station which is taking application from April the 1st.
PermalinkHi Robert,
After looking over your web pages, I am well impressed with your determination and “have a go approach”.
As one of the comments on the Times article states “Never underestimate the ability of a Brit who owns a shed.”
This is bloody good science – keep up the good work.
Regards Martin. http://solarhope.co.uk/
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