Mechanical Design Concepts

Method of Ascent:

From our research and brainstorming we developed three methods of ascent:    

High altitude balloon and Probe

 

 

 

 

In this method, we will attach the Probe to a high altitude balloon that delivers it to the desired height for release.  A system inside the probe will have to control the release. 

High altitude balloon, RISE capsule, and Probe (RISE Release)

In this method, we will secure the probe under a RISE capsule which we  attach to a high altitude balloon.  At the specified height, a system inside the RISE probe will release the capsule.  

High altitude balloon, RISE capsule, and Probe (Probe Release)

This method is the same as the last system, except the system for release will be in the probe