BalloonSat Testing Verifying BalloonSats will function properly during a near space mission L. Paul Verhage 8 July 2013
Near Space is a Hostile Environment Intense Cold Extreme Shaking High Vacuum Increased Radiation
Recommended Tests Weight Test Function Test Shake Test Cold Test Drop Test
Weight Test Is the BalloonSat within weight limits
Function Test Does the BalloonSat start easily and does it collect data as designed
Shake Test Does the BalloonSat hold together during shaking
Cold Test Does the BalloonSat continue to function when extremely cold
Drop Test Does the BalloonSat hold together at landing