iCreate is excited to announce the Lighter Than Air Challenge (iLTAC), a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of Lighter than Air (LTA) technologies. Despite their historical use and numerous benefits, LTA technologies like balloons and airships have yet to achieve their full potential in modern applications. iLTAC aims to bridge this gap by bringing together researchers, startups, and enthusiasts to design, build, and demonstrate innovative LTA systems.
iCreate aims to stimulate innovation in developing and applying lighter than air systems. Since Lighter than air (LTA) technologies, such as balloons and airships, have been around for centuries, yet their potential for modern applications is still underexplored and underutilized. Despite the historical use and proven benefits of LTA technologies, there remains a significant gap in their widespread adoption and integration into modern systems. This is largely due to technical, economic, and material challenges that limit their effectiveness and efficiency. iCreate’s Lighter Than Air Challenge (LTAC) will bring together researchers, startups and enthusiasts to design, build, and demonstrate various LTA systems, focusing on advancements in materials, aerodynamics, and high-altitude capabilities. The challenge themes will be categorized according to different interests and expertise levels, including a special emphasis on the use of advanced materials like aerogels and a high-altitude balloon category.
Objective: Design and launch a high altitude balloon to the stratosphere, collect data, and ensure safe recovery.
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Objective: Integrate aerogels into LTA systems to enhance performance through weight reduction, insulation, and structural integrity.
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Objective: Develop a kytoon that remains stable in various wind conditions and demonstrates enhanced stability and lift.
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Objective: Create an LTA system capable of carrying a specified payload for a set duration while maintaining stability and control.
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We invite startups, innovators, academics, and researchers committed to technological advancement and entrepreneurship. All applications must be supported by:
Soar Higher with iCreate: Unleashing the Potential of Lighter Than Air Systems
