Gastric balloons—silicone balloons filled with air or saline and placed in the stomach ... the researchers set out to design a device that could expand and contract on demand.

Balloon arches can be seen in nearly every type of party, imparting a fun and colorful vibe to the whole environment. From birthday parties to weddings and corporate events, a good balloon arch can ...

Imagine a sky filled with hundreds of colorful hot air balloons, each one unique in design and pattern. This is what you’ll witness at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the largest ...

a hybrid design built by the Cameron Balloon Company in England. It had two chambers, one for a lighter-than-air gas like helium or hydrogen, and another larger chamber for heated air. The hybrid ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Hot-air balloons have been around for centuries. They're certified aircraft for those looking to take the slow and scenic route, but owning one can set you back ...

Auguste Piccard and an assistant took a gas-filled balloon to 15,781 meters ... and filled with hydrogen. The air-tight gondola presented several challenges in design. Most of the science ...

Nothing quite compares to witnessing a mass ascension at dawn, when hundreds of colorful hot air balloons lift ... to unwind after fun-filled days admiring themed balloons or going for a tethered ...