Month: August 2018

IT finished it’s work

IT finished it’s work

After initial logistical problems, we were able to complete the installation of our IT infrastructure today. The last few days have been quite stressful and sweaty, but the effort has paid off in our opinion. We were able to successfully implement all requirements placed on us. Even if our local presence ends tomorrow, we will…

By Thomas Disper 11. August 2018 0

Short report on the preparation and integration phase

Short report on the preparation and integration phase

Hello! Every HALO mission starts with an integration phase at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) at Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich. This is the “home base” of HALO. About eight weeks are needed for instrument integration, electrical and mechanical acceptance, EMI (electromagnetic interference) tests, certification, documentation, safety briefings, and instrument preparation. Thus, many of us spent their…

By Johannes Schneider 3. August 2018 0