Thats the catch 22 on this airship.Helium and Hydrogen are both expensive but Hydrogen is about half the cost. It would take about 800 dollars worth to fill it. Pure hydrogen is safe as long as you dont get air mixed in with it. It also keeps longer in envelopes than helium But where the hell would you store a 22 foot ball ? 800 bucks for a weekend of flying, let it go to pack up and go home a little out of my budget. But this is Still a very cool concept and the stuff of dreams.
Your only choice in lift , gas to maintain a small '22 foot round ball shape , that a paraglider motor will be able to control in this manner , is Helium or Hydrogen . And other lift gas will need a much bigger envelope , for the SAME amount of lift , which cant be controlled effectivly with a small paramotor .
I want to build a dirigible using steam as a lifting gas, recycling the condensed water. It would use WATER as its fuel, passing radio waves through saltwater to cause the water to burn as the hydrogen and oxygen separate. There's a "salt water fuel" video here on youtube that shows how burning water is possible. Now that covers fuel and heat for lift, to move around I'd use a "lifter" type design...steam lifts til it's weightless, then ion propulsion from the lifter used to move and steer.
From what I've been able to find out, it's custom-assembled, using (mostly) off-the-shelf parts.
Balloon canopy: Cameron
Balloon liner: custom-made mylar
Seat & controls: custom-made
Propulsion: Paramotor, or similar
Regulations vary by country. In U.S., it would qualify as "ultralight," and would require no pilot or balloon license. Ultralight status, in Federal Aviation Administration rules (FAR 103,) requires less-than 254 pounds weight. Status must be confirmed by FAA, before first flight.
Is this a custom built vehicle or is it certified and available for Europe? What licence do you need for it? Pilot licence for gas balloons is enough?
A hot air, or ammonia, balloon would be 3-to-4 times larger. A larger balloon would be more susceptible to wind, and would, therefore, be harder to control
A larger balloon also increases total weight, so the dirigible would no longer qualify for "homebuilt" status, and must be inspected, certified and licensed
A hydrogen balloon would be smaller, but the gas would still have to be generated, at some expense (which I haven't investigated, due to flammability risks.)
Is there any other gas available to lift the balloon, besides helium, which is less expensive and safe to use? What about a solar balloon, heated by the sun only, would that be practical? Thank you.
To build, doesn't cost that much. In addition, all of the hardware weighs little -- light enough that it qualifies as a homebuilt -- no pilot or aircraft licensing.
Problem 1): Each fill of helium costs $2000-3000
Problem 2): Helium atom is so small, it leaks through the molecular lattice of whatever material the balloon envelope is made (which is the reason helium party balloons slowly drift to the floor, in a few days.)
Seriously, how much does it cost to build and operate one of these small dirigibles? I could use this to travel or go to work, instead of a car. In good weather only, of course.
What this documentation fails to mention is that later on that night a pissed of crew member who had fuel dumped on him sneaked in his room and beat him with a sock with a hockey puck inside of it! That'll learn ya to check the ignition switch!
@1971SuperLead Hey; do you know the numbers on dirigible thefts and hijackings over ancient spiritual jungle sites?? They're off the charts man... Besides, if it didn't have a key how would he shut it off? And without a key someone else could say, Hey that's Mayan! And you don't want a big argument in machete land, do ya?
Dirigible or Blimp = basically a balloon, some of a particular shape for streamlineing.
Semi-rigid= some framwork usually the keel. Zeppelin= Rigid framework incloseing one or many balloons such as the LZ 129 Hindenburg who's frame work enclosed 16 individual balloons.
That is NOT a drigible, it is a balloon/blimp. A dirigible is a rigid structure covered by a fabric skin. it is supported by gas bags (internal) filled with Helium. It is also sometimes called a 'rigid airship' which this is one. That being said, where can I get one of these!!! Think he needs some lessons though!!
Its an AIRSHIP They can be rigid , semi rigid, or inflated. As long as it can be LTA , lighter than air , and has the ability to navigate under power , It doesn't matter what it looks like , Its an Airship. !
And if you want one , your going to have to build it . For help with that see the post below . smallblimps @ lefora dot com
@Pokedude11111 why did you say rigid, semi rigid, or "inflated"? They all have balloons inflated with lifting gas, and in no way is "navigation under power" criteria. Airship is generally synonymous with either a rigid/ semi rigid structure, or a craft that holds a considerably larger load.
@usmctanks1 No you fool a dirigible is something that is capable of being steered. look in the dictionary. In this context, it is also considered a lighter than air craft, the structure or frame are only specificity's. AND helium is one of many lifting gasses you can use, the common ones being that, hot air, and hydrogen. "Fabric skin" doesn't fit into any criteria either. And if he needed lessons, he probably would have crashed. you seriously need to read before saying crap like this.
that is a very bad decission, to cut you engine power wen you know that is the only form of proportion u have, dont do that agin you might be so lucky nest time you try that, what if the wind pik up at that moment, please play safe nest time
Thank you for sharing this video ! My opinion is that the pilot was unfamiliar with the controls, he did`t had time to look on the "check list" so he took the next steps in order to save the balloon from landing in to the trees or pyramid. I`m glad he got out from`it without hurting himself or the equipment ! Nice flying machine , but I would like one that can get some more speed when I need`it :) At least 150 km/h :)
Thats the catch 22 on this airship.Helium and Hydrogen are both expensive but Hydrogen is about half the cost. It would take about 800 dollars worth to fill it. Pure hydrogen is safe as long as you dont get air mixed in with it. It also keeps longer in envelopes than helium But where the hell would you store a 22 foot ball ? 800 bucks for a weekend of flying, let it go to pack up and go home a little out of my budget. But this is Still a very cool concept and the stuff of dreams.
e1cycle 1 month ago
Your only choice in lift , gas to maintain a small '22 foot round ball shape , that a paraglider motor will be able to control in this manner , is Helium or Hydrogen . And other lift gas will need a much bigger envelope , for the SAME amount of lift , which cant be controlled effectivly with a small paramotor .
e1cycle 1 month ago
I want to build a dirigible using steam as a lifting gas, recycling the condensed water. It would use WATER as its fuel, passing radio waves through saltwater to cause the water to burn as the hydrogen and oxygen separate. There's a "salt water fuel" video here on youtube that shows how burning water is possible. Now that covers fuel and heat for lift, to move around I'd use a "lifter" type design...steam lifts til it's weightless, then ion propulsion from the lifter used to move and steer.
Grimblix 1 month ago
HAHAHA "A silent witness to culture"- i think they forgot about the helicopter flying 100 feet behind him to film it.
JoelBakerTheBreaker 3 months ago
From what I've been able to find out, it's custom-assembled, using (mostly) off-the-shelf parts.
Balloon canopy: Cameron
Balloon liner: custom-made mylar
Seat & controls: custom-made
Propulsion: Paramotor, or similar
Regulations vary by country. In U.S., it would qualify as "ultralight," and would require no pilot or balloon license. Ultralight status, in Federal Aviation Administration rules (FAR 103,) requires less-than 254 pounds weight. Status must be confirmed by FAA, before first flight.
TaffGoch 8 months ago
Is this a custom built vehicle or is it certified and available for Europe? What licence do you need for it? Pilot licence for gas balloons is enough?
freifallspoiler 8 months ago
A hot air, or ammonia, balloon would be 3-to-4 times larger. A larger balloon would be more susceptible to wind, and would, therefore, be harder to control
A larger balloon also increases total weight, so the dirigible would no longer qualify for "homebuilt" status, and must be inspected, certified and licensed
A hydrogen balloon would be smaller, but the gas would still have to be generated, at some expense (which I haven't investigated, due to flammability risks.)
TaffGoch 8 months ago
Is there any other gas available to lift the balloon, besides helium, which is less expensive and safe to use? What about a solar balloon, heated by the sun only, would that be practical? Thank you.
PaxOmnibus 8 months ago
To build, doesn't cost that much. In addition, all of the hardware weighs little -- light enough that it qualifies as a homebuilt -- no pilot or aircraft licensing.
Problem 1): Each fill of helium costs $2000-3000
Problem 2): Helium atom is so small, it leaks through the molecular lattice of whatever material the balloon envelope is made (which is the reason helium party balloons slowly drift to the floor, in a few days.)
TaffGoch 8 months ago
Seriously, how much does it cost to build and operate one of these small dirigibles? I could use this to travel or go to work, instead of a car. In good weather only, of course.
PaxOmnibus 8 months ago
This ain't no dirigible. A dirigible has a solid frame and streamlined shape.
This is a powered balloon. See the real world's smallest dirigible at smallblimps.lefora.com
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navigaiter 1 year ago
What this documentation fails to mention is that later on that night a pissed of crew member who had fuel dumped on him sneaked in his room and beat him with a sock with a hockey puck inside of it! That'll learn ya to check the ignition switch!
jwjcook11 1 year ago 2
It needs a frikkin key?
1971SuperLead 1 year ago
@1971SuperLead Hey; do you know the numbers on dirigible thefts and hijackings over ancient spiritual jungle sites?? They're off the charts man... Besides, if it didn't have a key how would he shut it off? And without a key someone else could say, Hey that's Mayan! And you don't want a big argument in machete land, do ya?
zzinglish53 1 year ago 2
@zzinglish53 I simply must have one of these dirigibles! I just don't know where to put the subwoofers.
1971SuperLead 1 year ago
Nicolas Hulot... he is french isn't he ?
starbob78750 1 year ago
Balloon= balloon
Dirigible or Blimp = basically a balloon, some of a particular shape for streamlineing.
Semi-rigid= some framwork usually the keel. Zeppelin= Rigid framework incloseing one or many balloons such as the LZ 129 Hindenburg who's frame work enclosed 16 individual balloons.
All are called "airships".
candr 1 year ago
"I can really feel the essence of this place" you mean " I can really feel the a "#"#¤ up my ass" ahahahahaa. engine start:
leviterande 1 year ago
Not necessarily a "rigid structure."
Dirigible, from the Latin "dirigere"; to direct.
Adjective; "able to be steered or directed"
Therefore, this IS a dirigible, by definition..
TaffGoch 1 year ago 2
That is NOT a drigible, it is a balloon/blimp. A dirigible is a rigid structure covered by a fabric skin. it is supported by gas bags (internal) filled with Helium. It is also sometimes called a 'rigid airship' which this is one. That being said, where can I get one of these!!! Think he needs some lessons though!!
usmctanks1 1 year ago
Its an AIRSHIP They can be rigid , semi rigid, or inflated. As long as it can be LTA , lighter than air , and has the ability to navigate under power , It doesn't matter what it looks like , Its an Airship. !
And if you want one , your going to have to build it . For help with that see the post below . smallblimps @ lefora dot com
Pokedude11111 1 year ago
@Pokedude11111 why did you say rigid, semi rigid, or "inflated"? They all have balloons inflated with lifting gas, and in no way is "navigation under power" criteria. Airship is generally synonymous with either a rigid/ semi rigid structure, or a craft that holds a considerably larger load.
Ichvyenichalster 1 year ago
@usmctanks1 No you fool a dirigible is something that is capable of being steered. look in the dictionary. In this context, it is also considered a lighter than air craft, the structure or frame are only specificity's. AND helium is one of many lifting gasses you can use, the common ones being that, hot air, and hydrogen. "Fabric skin" doesn't fit into any criteria either. And if he needed lessons, he probably would have crashed. you seriously need to read before saying crap like this.
Ichvyenichalster 1 year ago
@usmctanks1 1. A dirigible does not need a skeleton, a blimp does not have a skeleton but it is still an airship because it can be controlled
2. A dirigible can look like a balloon, so don't be mistaken.
3. yeah, and non-ridged airships are called BLIMPS.
Wombleonastick 1 year ago
Go to smallblimps. lefora. com We are talkng about building just such personal airships. Very Cool people here .
Pokedude11111 1 year ago
"well, I'm doomed..."
Best qoute ever!
harryb40 1 year ago
One day when travel by airplanes are not possible solar airships will rule sky
newhopeRocks 1 year ago
that is a very bad decission, to cut you engine power wen you know that is the only form of proportion u have, dont do that agin you might be so lucky nest time you try that, what if the wind pik up at that moment, please play safe nest time
idoaniondo 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing this video ! My opinion is that the pilot was unfamiliar with the controls, he did`t had time to look on the "check list" so he took the next steps in order to save the balloon from landing in to the trees or pyramid. I`m glad he got out from`it without hurting himself or the equipment ! Nice flying machine , but I would like one that can get some more speed when I need`it :) At least 150 km/h :)
airsoldier2001 2 years ago
WHOOOPS ! :) That ignition key must be turned for the engine to start. LOL. :)
I'd LOVE to fly one of those! :)
ThomasGrillo 2 years ago 2