Scientific ballooning: technology and applications of exploration balloons floating in the stratosphere and the atmospheres of other planets

The aim of this book is to introduce scientific ballooning to the many peoplewho are interested in the use of balloons for scientific applications. The book offers a basic understanding of the engineering details and the scientific research giving rise to balloon activities going on today. Above all, the bookwill serve as a guidebook for young scientists and researchers seeking to become involved in space science and technology by participating in balloon projects. The book deals with three types of balloons: large stratospheric balloonsused for scientific purposes, rubber balloons used for aerological observations, and planetary balloons to be used in the atmospheres of other planets. Thebook provides many figures and photographs, and offers a systematic description of balloon technologies and related matters from historical background to current research topics. First book to provide a thorough account of scientificballooning aimed at scientists and engineers in related fields Proposes solutions to problems concerning conventional balloon design and manufacturing for improved balloon strength independent of balloon size INDICE: Introduction.- Engineering Fundamentals of Balloons.- Stratospheric Balloons.- Planetary Ballooning.- The Future of Scientific Ballooning.- Appendices.- Abbreviations.- Index.

• ISBN: 978-0-387-09725-1
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 235
• Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés