Meteorological balloons are widely used for atmospheric observation, providing valuable data on weather, temperature, humidity, and pressure across different layers of the atmosphere. However, one significant challenge with these balloons is that their movement and location are predominantly dictated by the prevailing winds at various altitudes. This lack of control limits their utility, particularly for fixed-point or targeted area observations, where precise positioning is essential. Consequently, even though meteorological balloons are cost-effective and relatively easy to deploy, their effectiveness is reduced by the inability to accurately steer them or control their geographic location.
The proposed solution is an altitude-based position control system for meteorological balloons, enabling them to adjust their horizontal position by leveraging wind currents at different altitudes.
