The nearspacecraft hull © ANP

Latest progress:

• The nearspacecraft hull is completed (for more information see Hull technology page)
• Sensor network and cabling is completed (for more information see Avionics page)
• Main battery protection, sensors and chemical heater packs.

Currently we are working with:

• HRI (High Resolution Imager) and LRI (Low Resolution Imager) - two instruments that will be aboard first ANP flight
• Parachute and balloon suspension lines
• Flight computer and ground control software
• Helium filling equipment (tubing and fittings)

We have updated the project website with new sponsors page introducing companies, associations and individuals who have sponsored/supported our project. Sponsors will also get small banners to the front page and to some other pages related to their products.

The avionics page is also updated with information about aviation electronics used in the nearspacecraft. 

We have received both the Giant Leap Rocketry TAC-1 parachute and Kaymont Consolidated balloons!

The TAC-1 parachute looks very promising but we are currently planning to test its performance in low temperature conditions as we have a minor concern with material freezing and ice buildup during the ascend phase of the flight. If the chute freezes it might not unfold properly for the descend. If this proves to be true we might have to coat the chute with anti-freezing agent (Teflon?).