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Launched a Canon A540 on a weather balloon!!!

I remember a story awhile back about this same thing. It had me wanting to try it for a few weeks and then I forgot about it... My wife will be verrrrrry pleased when I announce that I will once again be heading to almost outer space! ;)
 
I like the one of the horizon above the earth. any looking straight down?
 
These are totally cool!!! Please post future attempts!!! :thumbup:
 
EFHATCH1990 said:
just read this today where is your ny times article?: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/12/science/space/12weather.html?ref=science
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I did get published, just not in a national newspaper. The local newspaper for Pilot Point, TX did do an article on me and the launch though, which was cool!

I guess I should of said I was 5 years old, then maybe I'd of gotten national attention!! haha, i kid i kid..


No pics looking straight down, only various angles from all directions, 631 total pictures. Next launch next year will feature multiple angles and video, and could possible be a night launch. Also working on logistics for future rocketry work. :lmao:
 
OMG this is awsome... that someone, other than NASA jajaja, can take this kind of pictures...
 
I am launching again on September 25th, 2011 for those that are interested. I am sending up two balloons this time, with a larger array of equipment, including three Canon cameras, and more.

Video/Image Equipment: Canon A540, Canon A1100IS, Canon A590IS, GoPro HD Hero 960 Camcorder, and Logitech C510 HD Webcam.

Welcome to the site of Aerial Parade for more information. I will post my pics when the launch is done and the equipment found!!!
 
I just thought it would be good for exposure and easy rapid sharing of your project. Also having a page that you post updates too, will keep the project on people's minds. :)
 
Very cool. I'm curious as to what brings the payload back to earth. What altitude does helium become ineffective, and does the balloon get so cold that it pops?
 
Omofo said:
Very cool. I'm curious as to what brings the payload back to earth. What altitude does helium become ineffective, and does the balloon get so cold that it pops?
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The balloon is filled with helium, which expands from pressure as it increases in altitude. The resulting pressure causes the balloon to enlarge to nearly 20-30 ft in diameter until it bursts. Parachutes aid in its return.
 
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