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Sampling of trace atmospheric constituents above the surface of Mars from a Montgolfiere balloon

Sampling of trace atmospheric constituents above the surface of Mars from a Montgolfiere balloon

Jones, J. A.; Mahaffy, P.; Farrell, W.; Webster, C.
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2014/37081
Date: 2001-12-17
Citation: (MACA) Mars Atmospheric Chemistry and Astrobiology Workshop
Pasadena, CA, USA

Abstract:

We suggest that use of an aerially deployed, solar-heated balloon, or Montgolfiere, during aMartian polar summer could provide an optimal platform for atmospheric measurements near thesurface. Solar Montgolfieres are empty balloons with a hole in the bottom that fill with ambient atmosphere while falling and are rapidly heated in by the sun, thus providing buoyancy.

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