Post on 21-Mar-2016
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BalloonSat Testing
Verifying BalloonSats will function properly during a near space mission
L. Paul Verhage
8 July 2013
Near Space is a Hostile Environment
• Intense Cold• Extreme Shaking• High Vacuum• Increased Radiation
Recommended Tests
• Weight Test • Function Test• Shake Test• Cold Test• Drop Test
Weight Test
• Is the BalloonSat within weight limits
Function Test
• Does the BalloonSat start easily and does it collect data as designed
Shake Test
• Does the BalloonSat hold together during shaking
Cold Test
• Does the BalloonSat continue to function when extremely cold
Drop Test
• Does the BalloonSat hold together at landing