Started in 2005, HAPB is an unmanned high altitude balloon experiment platform. The primary mission is to design reliable near space imaging instrumentation and innovative control systems that can be used to further our understanding of planetary atmosphere, global weather and climate patterns.  Each mission has brought about new ideas and challenges that have resulted in more efficient designs and learning experiences.

3/1/2010 - Added H-Alpha solar images from PST solar telescope.

12/29/2009 - As part of the HAPB-5 mission I have started a new series called "THE SUN".

8/15/2009 - Started working on HAPB-5 flight again after a long leave of absence.

3/19/2009 - PNI is now a sponsor of HAPB projects. Since filing their first patent in 1988, PNI has been at the forefront of innovation in the design, development, and application of sensor technology. Their patented Magneto-Inductive (MI) sensors and modules provide accurate and reliable attitude and magnetic-field information for a wide range of applications, including robotics, surveying, navigation, and oceanography.