HAPS Alliance

Join us in welcoming Embention to the HAPS Alliance! Embention is a leading provider of advanced control systems for autonomous vehicles with 17 years of experience. The company offers reliable autopilot systems, motor controllers and avionics for drones and eVTOL. With over 100 employees, Embention has a strong dedication to safe, efficient, and innovative autonomous flight. Learn more about Embention 👇 https://lnkd.in/e99uZZrs Learn more about joining the HAPS Alliance 👇 https://lnkd.in/gXgsyhVA #HAPS #connectivity #drones #eVTOL #stratosphere

Imagine floating internet towers, beaming high-speed connectivity to remote regions. Buckle up, because the World Economic Forum (WEF) has named High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) as a game-changer for global communications! In its report examining how the Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2024 will impact the world, the WEF named HAPS as one of the top 10 emerging technologies. This recognition highlights the transformative potential of HAPS in revolutionizing global connectivity and communications infrastructure. Check it out! #HAPS #stratosphere #connectivity

HAPS Alliance member Aerostar (Aerostar International LLC) recently conducted a high altitude balloon training with the US Army as part of Valiant Shield 24 -- a multinational, biennial field training exercise focused on integrating interoperability in a multi-domain environment. The exercise builds real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces by detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, in space, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. #HAPS #DOD #balloons #stratosphere Check it out 👇

Companies big and small are finding value in being part of the HAPS Alliance. Ken Riordan, Principal Architect at Nokia, is just one of the many leaders driving the HAPS Alliance -- and the future of connectivity -- forward. Join us 👇 https://lnkd.in/gXgsyhVA #HAPS #Nokia #stratosphere #connectivity

SoftBank is continuing its R&D efforts to advance foundational technologies that will provide stable and high-quality communications networks that utilize HAPS. In this most recent example, Softbank successfully demonstrated the use of "nullforming" technology to achieve spectrum sharing between HAPS and a terrestrial base station. This is important because preventing interference and enabling spectrum sharing with HAPS will more effectively utilize finite spectrum resources. Check out the full details 👇 https://lnkd.in/euc8eSsQ #HAPS #stratosphere #communications #specturm

We're excited to see HAPS listed among the 10 Emerging Technologies that will Impact the World from the World Economic Forum: "Harnessing the latest in solar, battery, lightweight composite material and avionic technology, high altitude platform station (HAPS) systems potentially offer new levels of communications and observation capabilities. Operating at around 20km above the Earth – typically in balloon, airship or fixed-wing aircraft form – they can beat the connectivity, coverage and performance of terrestrial towers and satellites, particularly in remote parts of the world. HAPS' innovative infrastructure is poised to bring internet access to over 2.6 billion people in 100 countries without connectivity, creating opportunities for education and economic growth. In addition to improving digital inclusion, HAPS are quick to deploy so could be of vital use in emergency situations." #HAPS #stratosphere #connectivity

We often think about the revolutionary impact that HAPS technology can have on communications -- by bringing billions of people online and improving access for countless others. But HAPS can unlock a range of other use-cases that promise to make the technology a game-changer across sectors. Here are just a few: 🌍 Providing a better view of our world to power earth observation and monitoring 🎖️ Strengthening security and defense, with more resilient command and control ⛴️ Enabling maritime monitoring and detection of illegal activities and supporting search and rescue efforts 🌉 Real-time monitoring and detection of critical infrastructure like bridges, pipelines and power lines 🌊 Enabling better responses in disasters and humanitarian crises Find our how HAPS can help your company unlock new opportunities 👇 https://lnkd.in/eAksnafQ #HAPS #connectivity #earthobservation #disasterresponse

The HAPS Alliance is advancing the future of stratospheric connectivity by bringing together innovative companies working to change connectivity for the better. Collaborating on the future of this industry with people like gregory ewert from Stratospheric Platforms Ltd is just one benefit of joining the Alliance. Find out how you can become a part of it 👇 https://lnkd.in/gXgsyhVA

Power generation for #HAPS technologies is incredibly important. It's also incredibly complex since most HAPS flight vehicles rely on solely on solar power. Since the sun constantly changes its angle, the installation angles of the solar cells on the aircraft surface vary, and the entire HAPS performs a three-axis rotation, it's important to be able to accurately simulate power generation so it exceeds power consumption. Thankfully, SoftBank and Miyazaki Municipal University are collaborating to develop a HAPS power generation simulation model that replicates the yaw, roll, and pitch movements of HAPS aircraft and accurately predicts solar radiation using a 3D mesh that considers the scattering of sunlight and the effects of self-shadowing. This model will help advance HAPS technology to ensure energy balance during operations. Check it out 👇

Check out this The Wall Street Journal feature on HAPS, which includes Alliance members SoftBank, NTT DOCOMO, AALTO and others. It's great to see major news media picking up on the industry's momentum and helping to amplify and educate about the promise of these technologies. #HAPS #Stratosphere #connectivity #solarpower #aviation #WSJ