Team Name

Infinity and BeyondConceptual Design Review

Adam ArchuletaKatie CarteeLogan FarleyPatrick KleinKamron MedinaCatherine VillaFall 2011 Rev A09-20-11Project: Falling with Style2Mission OverviewThe objective of our mission is to test the practicality and capabilities of a near space return-to-Earth vehicle We want to discover an affordable method of returning a payload to EarthWe want to develop a basis for further high-altitude glider technology3DesignWe plan to use our BalloonSat as transportation for the gliderElectromagnet releaseCamera & GPS tracking on the gliderGlider and BalloonSat made out of foam core

4Satellite

Functional Block Diagram

SatelliteGliderManagementNameTitleResponsibilitiesAdam ArchuletaTeam Leader and Testing SpecialistDesign and execute tests, manage team tasks, and integration of individual projects. Katie CarteeDesign and Planning3D modeling and schedulingLogan FarleyTroubleshooting and ElectronicsAid with testing and construction issues, check that all electronics are functioning properly.Patrick KleinTechnicianFabricate necessary parts and assist in constructionKamron MedinaStructural Engineer and Scheduling ManagerConstruction of BalloonSat and glider structures and managing deadlines Catherine VillaBudget Manager and SoldererKeep track of a detailed budget as well as solder circuit boards7Schedule

9Biggest WorriesRelease (too early/failure)Battery life!!Camera malfunctionsGPS (service/destruction)Glider stabilization Phone destroyed on impact

10Budget & Specifications

Hardware

ComponentAmountSourceWeight (g)Dimensions (mm)Cost

HOBO H08-004-021Gateway3068 x 48 x 19Provided

Canon SD780 IS1Gateway13018 x 55 x 88Provided

Heater1Gateway10010 x 55 x 88Provided

Temp Sensor (1' cable) - TMC1-HD1Gateway14.5 x 2.5 x 30Provided

LG Lotus Cell Phone1Adams cell phone10584 x 61 x 17.8Donated by Adam (worth $85)

2 Lithium 9V, 2 Lithium AA, 3 Alkaline 9V Batteries7GatewayProvided

18G FPV Micro Video Camera2intelspy.com1873 x 20 x 11$38.78 @ $19.39 ea.

Sucked Type Round Solenoid Electromagnet1uxcell.com8813 (diameter) x 22 (height)$41.99

Velcro1GatewayProvided

Wiring and Switches1GatewayProvided

Aluminum Tape1GatewayProvided

12V Alkaline Batteries1 pack of 5Amazon.com28.5 (long) x 10.3 (diameter) $3.20

Balloon Sat Structure

Foam Core Structure1GatewayProvided

Insulation1GatewayProvided

Glider Structure

Foam core1GatewayProvided

TapeGatewayProvided

Hot GlueGatewayProvided

Testing

Dry Ice and Cooler1King Soopers$1.29/ lb

Total485 grams$85.26