[amsat-bb] Re: Party Balloon Long Duration Mission (BERMUDA!)
Balloon in range of Bermuda! Now, around 1245z. Anyone know anyone to contact to get a listen? The range of the balloon is only about 170 miles. This is our one chance to verify it is still aloft around 16,000 feet. See http://aprs.org/balloons.html Wb4apr, bob -Original Message- From: Bob Bruninga [mailto:bruni...@usna.edu] Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:25 PM To: 'Bob Bruninga'; amsat-bb@amsat.org Cc: 'TAPR APRS Mailing List' Subject: RE: [amsat-bb] Party Balloon Long Duration Mission (???!) It went over my horizon (from Annapolis) at about 0300z just about perfectly as predicted for aa 15,000' altitude and 180 miles range. Caught me by surprise, as I was working on plots and so did not try to decode the latest CW until I noticed I didn't hear it anymore. I think m y last TEMPERATURE might have been -25C which means it is higher than expected, -OR- the temperature is colder than the "standard Atmosphere model". I really don't know this balloon stuff well. SO we are flying by the seat of our pants. I got 0100z winds aloft for 5k, 10k and 18k feet and used that to back out an estimated track. Then DR'd that along. My best guesses are posted on the APRS-IS as objects. And then I updated an object "W3ADO-11" balloon at my best guess at that 0300z time at a LAT of 37.6N and 73.7W headed 120 at 60 MPH. I hope it turns more easterly by morning. Everywone listen early as sun rises and maybe we will get some skip? Update soon on http://aprs.org/balloons.html Bob, WB4aPR -Original Message- From: Bob Bruninga [mailto:bruni...@usna.edu] Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2012 8:43 PM To: 'Bob Bruninga'; amsat-bb@amsat.org Cc: 'TAPR APRS Mailing List' Subject: RE: [amsat-bb] Party Balloon Long Duration Mission (LAUNCHED!) Balloon was released at 2330z (1930EDT) and is headed SE from Annapolis at 6 knots. Rising very slowly. But it reached Freezing (0C) at 0020z so that should be about 7500' See http://aprs.org/balloons.html -Original Message- Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2012 4:43 PM But We notice another Device with CW on nearly the same freq. Our dial freq will be 28.223 USB dial, but we hear another CW signal (Italian) down at 28.222 USB dial. Filling balloons now. -Original Message- Balloon web page is up. Launch hopefully by sunset from Annapolis Maryland. Start here:http://aprs.org -Original Message- If we are lucky, we hope to launch our 6 party-balloon long duration payload Thursday evening around sunset EST.It has no APRS, just a 10m CW telemetry system. We will have to locate it by signal strength and beam headings only. If you have APRS you can uplink your beam heading via APRS so we can see the DF solution maybe... More tomorrow (again, if we are lucky). It will only be at 15,000 feet or so, vulnerable to weather and not so great winds... The battery could last 10 days Bob, WB4APR ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] DELFI C3 CLOSE APPROACH- UPDATE
FYI, 73 Pete WB2OQQ Sir/Ma'am, The United States Joint Space Operations Center (JSpOC) has updated a predicted conjunction between DELFI C3 (SCC# 32789) and SCC# 24097. Primary Object: DELFI C3 (SCC# 32789) Secondary Object: SCC# 24097 Time of Closest Approach: 31 MAR 2012 03:24 UTC Overall miss distance: 765 meters Radial (dU) miss distance: -58 meters In-Track (dV) miss distance: -7 meters Cross-track (dW) miss distance: 764 meters Primary Radial Error (U): 13 meters Primary In-track Error (V): 298 meters Primary Cross-track Error (W): 10 meters Secondary Radial Error (U): 16 meters Secondary In-track Error (V): 329 meters Secondary Cross-track Error (W): 12 meters ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Sat Demonstration at the University
Hello guys! Today, I will do a Sat Demonstration for a Physical class at the University of my city. I will be operating portable from indoor of classroom, maybe on the classroom `s window. A few days ago, I tried and It is possible hear the Sat from there. I hope to be on the 1850UTC AO-27 pass. Please, if you hear me, give me a shout with your name, city, state etc. Thanks & 73! Hector, CO6CBF EL92 *** Genius is one per cent inspiration, and ninety-nine per cent perspiration. -- Thomas A. Edison *** --- Consulte la Enciclopedia Colaborativa Cubana http://www.ecured.cu/ ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Travel plans OA1
Hi All, I'll be in Lima Peru Sun 22 July through Sunday 12 August of this year. Will be taking my satellite gear with me. Still have to apply for the IARP permit, but it's just a formality. 73 es see you on the birds, Norm n3ykf ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Travel plans OA1
Awesome! That is one I still need for sat dxcc. Let's hope fo29 makes it until then! 73, Drew KO4MA Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2012, at 12:20 PM, Lizeth Norman wrote: > Hi All, > I'll be in Lima Peru Sun 22 July through Sunday 12 August of this year. > Will be taking my satellite gear with me. Still have to apply for the IARP > permit, but it's just a formality. > 73 es see you on the birds, > Norm n3ykf > ___ > Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! > Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Party Balloon Long Duration Mission (LAUNCHED!)
When was the last time anyone heard the balloon? Joe WB9SBD The Original Rolling Ball Clock Idle Tyme Idle-Tyme.com http://www.idle-tyme.com On 3/29/2012 7:43 PM, Bob Bruninga wrote: Balloon was released at 2330z (1930EDT) and is headed SE from Annapolis at 6 knots. Rising very slowly. But it reached Freezing (0C) at 0020z so that should be about 7500' See http://aprs.org/balloons.html -Original Message- Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2012 4:43 PM But We notice another Device with CW on nearly the same freq. Our dial freq will be 28.223 USB dial, but we hear another CW signal (Italian) down at 28.222 USB dial. Filling balloons now. -Original Message- Balloon web page is up. Launch hopefully by sunset from Annapolis Maryland. Start here:http://aprs.org -Original Message- If we are lucky, we hope to launch our 6 party-balloon long duration payload Thursday evening around sunset EST.It has no APRS, just a 10m CW telemetry system. We will have to locate it by signal strength and beam headings only. If you have APRS you can uplink your beam heading via APRS so we can see the DF solution maybe... More tomorrow (again, if we are lucky). It will only be at 15,000 feet or so, vulnerable to weather and not so great winds... The battery could last 10 days Bob, WB4APR ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Call for AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations
All AMSAT-NA members, We are approaching that time of year to submit nominations to serve on the Board of Directors. This year there will be seats for 3 full members, and up to 2 alternates, to be filled. This is your opportunity to influence the leadership, and future, of our organization. The deadline for nominations is June 15th, but that time will creep up remarkably quickly. If you are interested in serving, know someone who is, or who should be, now would be a good time to begin the process. The process details are available through the ANS, WWW.AMSAT.ORG, and the information below. Please contact me if you have any questions. 73s, Alan WA4SCA AMSAT-NA Corporate Secretary AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations It is time to submit nominations for the upcoming open seats on the AMSAT-NA Board of Directors. A valid nomination requires either one current Member Society, or five current individual members in good standing, to nominate an AMSAT-NA member for the position. Three directors have terms expiring this year: Tom Clark, K3IO; Lou McFadin, W5DID; and Gould Smith, WA4SXM. The three nominees receiving the highest number of votes will be seated as regular board members with two year terms. The two nominees receiving the next highest number of votes will be seated as alternates for one year. Written nominations, consisting of names, calls and individual signatures, should be mailed to: AMSAT-NA, 850 Sligo Ave #600, Silver Spring, MD, 20910. They must be received no later than June 15th. No other action is required. Nominations may also be made by electronic means. These include e-mail, FAX, or electronic image of a petition. Electronic petitions should be sent to mar...@amsat.org or faxed to 301-608-3410, and also must be received by June 15th. If using any electronic submission, there is a second, verifying step. ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WITHOUT THIS SECOND, WRITTEN VERIFICATION ARE NOT VALID UNDER THE EXISTING AMSAT-NA BYLAWS. A verifying traditional written petition MUST be received at the AMSAT-NA office at the above address within 7 days following the close of nominations. ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Where are the Atantic Sailors?
Does anyone know how to track Winlink Ocean sailors so we can find someone to listen for our long duration Balloon out over the atlantic? Without boats, it will not be in range of land until 3 April over the African coast.! See projected track: http://aprs.org/balloons.html Bob, WB4aPR ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Sat Demonstration at the University
Thanks very much for the great contacts during the Sat Demo. The students and the teacher were astonished and very curious about our hobby! 73! Hector, CO6CBF -Mensaje original- De: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] En nombre de Hector Luis Martinez Sis Enviado el: viernes, 30 de marzo de 2012 9:38 Para: amsat-bb@amsat.org Asunto: [amsat-bb] Sat Demonstration at the University Importancia: Alta Hello guys! Today, I will do a Sat Demonstration for a Physical class at the University of my city. I will be operating portable from indoor of classroom, maybe on the classroom `s window. A few days ago, I tried and It is possible hear the Sat from there. I hope to be on the 1850UTC AO-27 pass. Please, if you hear me, give me a shout with your name, city, state etc. Thanks & 73! Hector, CO6CBF EL92 *** Genius is one per cent inspiration, and ninety-nine per cent perspiration. -- Thomas A. Edison *** --- Consulte la Enciclopedia Colaborativa Cubana http://www.ecured.cu/ ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb Este mensaje ha sido enviado mediante el servicio de correo electronico que ofrece la Federacion de Radioaficionados de Cuba a sus miembros para respaldar el cumplimiento de los objetivos de la organizacion y su politica informativa. La persona que envia este correo asume el compromiso de usar el servicio a tales fines y cumplir con las regulaciones establecidas. ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Sat Demonstration at the University
Hi Hector, excellent job promoting our hobby! 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Hector, CO6CBF Sent: Friday, March 30, 2012 4:39 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Sat Demonstration at the University Thanks very much for the great contacts during the Sat Demo. The students and the teacher were astonished and very curious about our hobby! 73! Hector, CO6CBF -Mensaje original- De: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] En nombre de Hector Luis Martinez Sis Enviado el: viernes, 30 de marzo de 2012 9:38 Para: amsat-bb@amsat.org Asunto: [amsat-bb] Sat Demonstration at the University Importancia: Alta Hello guys! Today, I will do a Sat Demonstration for a Physical class at the University of my city. I will be operating portable from indoor of classroom, maybe on the classroom `s window. A few days ago, I tried and It is possible hear the Sat from there. I hope to be on the 1850UTC AO-27 pass. Please, if you hear me, give me a shout with your name, city, state etc. Thanks & 73! Hector, CO6CBF EL92 *** Genius is one per cent inspiration, and ninety-nine per cent perspiration. -- Thomas A. Edison *** --- Consulte la Enciclopedia Colaborativa Cubana http://www.ecured.cu/ ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb Este mensaje ha sido enviado mediante el servicio de correo electronico que ofrece la Federacion de Radioaficionados de Cuba a sus miembros para respaldar el cumplimiento de los objetivos de la organizacion y su politica informativa. La persona que envia este correo asume el compromiso de usar el servicio a tales fines y cumplir con las regulaciones establecidas. ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
