Infinity and Beyond Conceptual Design Review Adam Archuleta
Katie Cartee Logan Farley Patrick Klein Kamron Medina Catherine
Villa Fall 2011 Rev A 09-20-11
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Mission Overview The objective of our mission is to test the
practicality and capabilities of a near space return-to-Earth
vehicle We want to discover an affordable method of returning a
payload to Earth We want to develop a basis for further
high-altitude glider technology
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Design We plan to use our BalloonSat as transportation for the
glider Electromagnet release Camera & GPS tracking on the
glider Glider and BalloonSat made out of foam core
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Satellite
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Functional Block Diagram Satellite Glider
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Management NameTitleResponsibilities Adam Archuleta Team Leader
and Testing Specialist Design and execute tests, manage team tasks,
and integration of individual projects. Katie CarteeDesign and
Planning3D modeling and scheduling Logan FarleyTroubleshooting and
Electronics Aid with testing and construction issues, check that
all electronics are functioning properly. Patrick KleinTechnician
Fabricate necessary parts and assist in construction Kamron Medina
Structural Engineer and Scheduling Manager Construction of
BalloonSat and glider structures and managing deadlines Catherine
VillaBudget Manager and SoldererKeep track of a detailed budget as
well as solder circuit boards
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Schedule
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Biggest Worries Release (too early/failure) Battery life!!
Camera malfunctions GPS (service/destruction) Glider stabilization
Phone destroyed on impact