/technologies/internet-of-things/b/blog/posts/airmarker-s-r-one-balloon-is-a-handy-device-for-outdoor-adventurersAirmarker&rsquo;s emergency balloon can rise to 45 meters and illuminate bright orange. It allows search and rescue teams to find stranded victims. (Image Credit: Airmarker ) I feel like we all should have this in our cars for troublesome events. But...en-USTelligent Community 12https://community.element14.com/technologies/internet-of-things/b/blog/posts/airmarker-s-r-one-balloon-is-a-handy-device-for-outdoor-adventurersWed, 04 Dec 2024 10:35:35 GMT93d5dcb4-84c2-446f-b2cb-99731719e767:af902106-9818-48f4-8f63-d09bbe8cbef4michaelkellett0<p>There&#39;s always a choice - do you spend your money (and energy carrying a 2lb weight)&nbsp; on something to call for help or do you spend it on not needing help at all.</p> <p>A 2lb balloon seems a bit of a liability to me, compared with a much lighter and more deployable satellite comms device.</p> <p>MK</p><img src="https://community.element14.com/aggbug?PostID=28584&AppID=27&AppType=Weblog&ContentType=0" width="1" height="1">