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Does anyone happen to know the highest a zepplin has gone, and what the theoretical max it could reach? What would be the restrictions that would keep it from reaching a higher altitude?
russ_watters said:Not much higher than the record.
FiggyOO said:I'm still just saying theoretically though, how high could it go.
ray b said:a zepplin [ dirigible ] has an internal frame and POWER ?
FiggyOO said:Well, I was thinking because they can lift ~50 tonnes or more, and so if you had no cargo, and a small pressurized cabin then I would hope it would be possible to even higher up than 100,000 feet.
FiggyOO said:What would happen, if you could somehow launch a space worthy rocket from an LTA at an altitude higher than max Q? How much more efficient, etc would it be to have V naught at an altitude where max Q is?
montoyas7940 said:FiggyOO, you mean like Spaceship One and White Knight? If you launch from a greater altitude you would simply have a new max Q that occurs at a higher altitude. It is more efficient however.
Mech_Engineer said:It has been pointed out many times in several topics on this forum that it isn't height that gets you into orbit, its velocity. Launching a spaceship from 100k feet up adds about 0.261 MJ/kg of potetial specific energy, however about 30 MJ/kg of kinetic energy is required for orbit at 261km.
A Zeppelin is a type of airship that is lifted and propelled by gas-filled bags. It was a popular mode of air transportation in the early 20th century, but has since been replaced by other forms of air travel.
The highest altitude a Zeppelin has ever reached is 30,000 feet, which was achieved by the German Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin on October 26th, 1928. However, modern Zeppelins are typically restricted to a maximum altitude of 6,000 feet for safety reasons.
The restrictions for flying a Zeppelin vary depending on the country and regulations. However, some common restrictions include maximum altitude, speed limits, and designated flight paths. Additionally, Zeppelins must adhere to strict safety protocols and undergo regular maintenance checks.
No, Zeppelins are not able to fly in all weather conditions. They are particularly sensitive to strong winds and thunderstorms, which can cause damage to the airship and put passengers and crew at risk. Therefore, Zeppelins typically only fly in calm and clear weather conditions.
Yes, there are currently a few companies that offer Zeppelin flights for the public. However, these flights are limited and often only available for special events or tours. Additionally, due to safety and regulatory restrictions, these flights may be limited in altitude and duration.