High-Altitude Internet Balloon Design
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Mechanical engineering Electrical engineering Hardware product design Communications Environmental sustainabilitySkills
renewable energy ibm system p engineering design process materials science technical report internet broadcasting electrical engineering telecommunications broadcastingProject: Human City aims to bridge the digital divide by providing internet access to remote and underserved areas. The goal of this project is to design a high-altitude hot air balloon capable of broadcasting internet signals while maintaining a relatively geo-fixed position to ensure consistent ground connection. The balloon must be able to withstand high-altitude atmospheric conditions, including low temperatures and high winds. The design should also consider energy efficiency, possibly incorporating solar panels or other renewable energy sources to power the broadcasting equipment. This project provides an opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge in aerodynamics, materials science, and telecommunications.
Key objectives include:
- Designing a balloon structure that can remain stable at high altitudes.
- Ensuring the balloon can maintain a geo-fixed position.
- Developing a reliable internet broadcasting system.
- Incorporating sustainable energy solutions.
The project will culminate in the following deliverables:
- A detailed design document outlining the balloon's structure, materials, and energy systems.
- A prototype model or simulation demonstrating the balloon's stability and geo-fixing capabilities.
- A technical report on the internet broadcasting system, including hardware and software specifications. (we will offer electrical engineers to help support)
- A presentation summarizing the design process, challenges faced, and solutions implemented.
These deliverables will provide a comprehensive overview of the project's feasibility and potential impact.
About the company
The People Planning Project is an attempt to reach an unprecedented level of bioethics in which every human is guaranteed his or her basic needs are met. The People Planning Project strives for the global establishment of IoT infrastructure, free access to the Internet, a global standardized free education system, social learning, environmental stewardship and equal opportunity for all.