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By: Scott

Scott — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:23:03 +0000

I too would like information on this project. Instead of looking at all the informative pages you have posted on this extensive website, I’d rather you post everything I need to do, with pictures and possibly a video or two, in reply to this comment.

Please people, look through the website before asking for help that these wonderfully talented people have already given you for free.

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By: Aaron

Aaron — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:48:41 +0000

Greetings,

Where did you get your software for the camera from, and how does one do this? I’ve thought about simply getting a video or video capable camera as well…but any way I can take photos is good for me….especially for the first launch.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:30:51 +0000

Hello,

Well, I’m trying to replicate what you did. I purchased a Motorola i290 on ebay for $25 with shipping (a new record in low cost? lol). I’ve purchased a lot of weather balloons, will buy a portable helium tank from WalMart or other local store. I already have several heavy-duty styrofoam containers that my child’s medication comes with every month…I’m building up the supply list! I’m also hoping if this is successful my university might build on it…looks like several places have received grants and include it as part of their curriculum.

By: Seffo

Seffo — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:10:24 +0000

Thats a very cool idea!

Just wondering how you would calculate an approximate landing site? How is it that your vehicle landed only 20 miles away?? You would expect it to return to earth at such an angle that it would end up very far away..

By: Bjorn

Bjorn — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 01:20:09 +0000

Does the equipment still work(i.e. the phone and the camera)? How could you tell the altitude?

By: Ann

Ann — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:53:23 +0000

Great Job!!!! Guys!!!! Some corporation should be seeking your employment. Wonderful!!!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 23:24:29 +0000

I’m guessing by the description “Radar Reflector” it was used to make sure that in the rare event a plane was flying nearby (I say rare, because you should contact the FAA before launching) it would detect your balloon and not fly into it.

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:24:59 +0000

That’s mail dot my_first_name at gmail.

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:23:18 +0000

Craig, I’m in the Seattle area and thinking about doing this as well. Any interest in working on this together? mail. at gmail.