Computer Programs for Tethered-Balloon System Design and Performance Evaluation

Abstract

Six computer programs were developed to provide both standardized methods for solution of typical tethered-balloon performance problems and improved techniques sufficient to study the very high altitude tethered-balloon system design problem. The programs are written for an HP-9810A desk computer but are fully documented for conversion to other types of equipment. Preliminary results are shown indicating the feasibility of a balloon tethered at an altitude of 20 km.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 26, 1976
Accession Number
ADA035505

Entities

People

  • John B. Wright

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Characteristics
  • Aerodynamic Forces
  • Aerodynamic Lift
  • Air Force
  • Altitude
  • Atmospheric Density
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Dynamic Pressure
  • High Altitude
  • Measurement
  • Sea Level
  • Trim Angle
  • Two Dimensional
  • Wind
  • Wind Tunnels
  • Wind Velocity

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