Infinity and Beyond Conceptual Design Review Adam Archuleta Katie Cartee Logan Farley Patrick Klein Kamron Medina Catherine Villa Fall 2011 Rev A

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

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

Satellite

Functional Block Diagram Satellite Glider

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

Schedule

Biggest Worries Release (too early/failure) Battery life!! Camera malfunctions GPS (service/destruction) Glider stabilization Phone destroyed on impact