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        And where there’s no terrestrial communications infrastructure, a High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) – or sometimes called a ‘Pseudo-Satellite’ – could be the answer.
        Now Hope’s Dr Anicho has developed a unique software platform that simulates a ‘swarm’ of autonomous fixed-wing solar powered HAPS with self-organising capabilities – meaning coverage areas can be extended significantly.
        Dr Anicho says these multiple HAPS systems, and HAPS generally, could prove crucial in coping with the next viral outbreak or natural disaster.
        “At Hope, the multiple HAPS coordination capabilities we’re developing is a small contribution to this field, but it’s also crucial.
        Airbus’ solar powered Zephyr holds the record for longest continuous flight by a fixed wing HAPS platform – at just 25 days continuous operation.
        Dr Anicho is hoping to get to a point where fixed wing HAPS can remain in the sky for months or even years.
        He adds: “There are different HAPS technology problems to address.
        “What makes our software and simulation platform unique is that we’re looking at the multi-HAPS concept – because to cover a country or wider region, you need a swarm.
        “And we’re developing the capability for multiple HAPS to coordinate autonomously.
        “Practically, to operate one HAPS you need up to four people, or perhaps even more, depending on the type of platform, mission profile and other operational requirements.
        Dr Anicho is quick to point out that solar powered HAPS – which cruise at speeds of around 110 km/h, or around 68 mph – won’t work everywhere.
        But HAPS will be relevant for many of the developing nations who need it most.
        And for Dr Anicho, it’s now a question of raising awareness about what HAPS can achieve – and changing government policies to improve adoption.
        At this point Dr Anicho’s research is looking at four or more HAPS to create a ‘swarm’ – as well as how to improve power management – in his simulations.


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