ABSTRACT
This section details the engineering principles, physical models, and technical specifications of the Luna system.
Core Systems
- Technical Overview: High-level summary of the system architecture.
- Lift & Buoyancy: Physics of flight, weight budget, and helium properties.
- Lighting System: Optical modeling, LED specs, and diffusion strategy.
- Thermal Management: The innovative helium cooling system.
- Wind Stability: Aerodynamics and the 3-point stabilization system.
- Safety & Sensors: Redundant safety architecture and emergency protocols.
- Software Architecture: The two-tiered software design (Python + C++).
- Materials Guide: Specifications for envelope, frame, and components.
Modeling & Simulation
- Physical Models: Deep dive into the Python simulation environment.