Carrier Balloon Test Flights From Oakey, Australia, January 1973
Frykman, R. W., Johnson, P. H., Lally, V. E., Schumann, A. P., & Stenlund, S. J. (1974). Carrier Balloon Test Flights From Oakey, Australia, January 1973 (No. NCAR/TN-97+STR). University Corporation for Atmospheric Research. doi:10.5065/D6ZC80SR
This report summarizes the results of the Carrier Balloon Tests from Oakey, Australia, in January, 1973. The main objectives of these tests were to check out the launch hardware and launch techniques; provide a significant sample from which to determine probable balloon life; to qualify the Rober... Show moreThis report summarizes the results of the Carrier Balloon Tests from Oakey, Australia, in January, 1973. The main objectives of these tests were to check out the launch hardware and launch techniques; provide a significant sample from which to determine probable balloon life; to qualify the Roberts overpressure valve in flight; and to determine the temperature levels in the instrument compartment and dropsonde tubes. Show less
