We were recently asked by a client if it was possible to externally trigger our Doongara Balloon Cut-Down device with a simple RC Switch. The external trigger was originally designed to allow the Doongara to be connected to an Iridium modem to allow real-time remote control. While the Iridium option is great, it is alsoRead more about RC Trigger Balloon Cut-Down[…]

In our quest towards making controlled ballooning more affordable and accessible, we have recently developed a way to allow our Doongara balloon cut-down device to be remotely triggered. During testing we have been using an Iridium satellite tracker to both track and remotely terminate high altitude balloon flights. Below is a brief overview of ourRead more about Iridium Controlled High Altitude Balloon[…]