Conceptual Designing of Supermassive Balloons of Airship for Martian Exploration

The exploration of Mars presents numerous challenges due to its unique atmospheric conditions. This paper explores the conceptual design of supermassive balloons for Martian airships, focusing on the envelope configuration, material selection, and the structural dynamics required for operation in the Martian atmosphere. By leveraging research on lighter-than-air (LTA) vehicles, this study aims to optimize the design for stability, efficiency, and durability, ensuring the feasibility of sustained atmospheric exploration on Mars.

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Acceleron Aerospace Journal
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2024-09-30
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https://doi.org/10.61359/11.2106-2454
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1
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Aerospace Engineering and Energy Systems
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Conceptual Designing of Supermassive Balloons of Airship for Martian Exploration

Alex Patel, Neerav Shah
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Aerospace Engineering and Energy Systems
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Conceptual Designing of Supermassive Balloons of Airship for Martian Exploration

Alex Patel, Neerav Shah
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Abstract

The exploration of Mars presents numerous challenges due to its unique atmospheric conditions. This paper explores the conceptual design of supermassive balloons for Martian airships, focusing on the envelope configuration, material selection, and the structural dynamics required for operation in the Martian atmosphere. By leveraging research on lighter-than-air (LTA) vehicles, this study aims to optimize the design for stability, efficiency, and durability, ensuring the feasibility of sustained atmospheric exploration on Mars.

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