Several aspects of LTA (lighter-than-air) technology development are reviewed. Technological developments of classical airships through 1974 are examined. A brief historical and technological summary of five specialized LTA equipment concepts is presented: metal-clad airships, free balloons, semibuoyant vehicles, high-altitude platforms, and tethered aerostats. Current LTA technology developments are reviewed with particular emphasis on VTOL airships capable of heavy lift and on long endurance types for coastal maritime patrol. Finally, the future prospects of LTA system development are considered with attention given to manned conventional and hybrid vehicles, tethered vehicles, and RPVs.


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    Title :

    1983 LTA technology assessment


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1983-05-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English