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Autonomous Model Glider Flies from 60,000 Feet

Posted by michael on from the buzz-bomb dept.

saccade writes "A couple years ago we read about a telemetry laden balloon launched to 80,000 feet single-handedly built by a laid-off engineer. Here's an even more elaborate one built at around the same time: A balloon launched model glider taken to about 60,000 feet that autonomously finds its way home. It had an auto-pilot and elaborate mission control system. Also impressive is the extensive testing done before launch."

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  1. I think I can see my house... by Robber+Baron · · Score: 0, Redundant

    I think I can see my house...

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    You're using her as bait, Master!

  2. Wow by cuban321 · · Score: 0, Redundant

    How long until 747's can autoland in an emergency? This is pretty awesome stuff.