How does it work?

Learn more about Strato HABs.

What does a HAB consist of?

A high-altitude balloon is a structure that consists of:

  1. a box with equipment and cameras
  2. a shell filled with gas (in our case — helium)
  3. a parachute
  4. a stabilizer block and corner reflector — optional.

Because the gas in the shell is lighter than air, a sufficient amount of it creates strong lift.

This lift raises the HAB to an altitude of 30-40 kilometers (100,000 – 130,000 ft).

What is inside the box?

The equipment box contains several trackers of different types (for tracking movement), batteries that power the cameras, heat insulation and a microcomputer.

In the illustration on the right:

  1. Box with equipment
  2. Cameras
  3. Antenna
  4. Focal object / Payload

The hollow interior and lightweight carbon frame serve as the basis of the design for the box with equipment and focal object. Two cameras are pointed at the focal object.

Where will it fly?

HABs belong to the category of unmanned aerial vehicles.

It is not possible to control the flight route of HABs today, but it is possible to simulate the route.

Using the NOAA GFS model, we predict the exact altitude and flight route of our HABs.

Is it safe?

  • Absolutely. Each stratostat launch is coordinated with the flight control authorities.
  • All launches take place far from populated areas and air routes.
  • On launch day, an aeronautical warning is sent out for aircraft in the sky.
  • HABs are equipped with corner reflectors to ensure visibility on radar.
  • HABs are equipped with a parachute to ensure a soft landing.

STRATO

The Strato team launches high-altitude balloons for research and advertising purposes. High-altitude balloons are a multifunctional tool for scientific and marketing activities.

Our mission is to make near space accessible to everyone. Another of our priorities is developing the aerospace sector in Ukraine and abroad.

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