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==Project context==
==Project context==
Before and around the time of the previous flight, CY-2, a reevaluation of project goals for the quarter had been underway. While a full apex vent equipped flight had originally been envisioned for the weekend of '''June 2''', delays on the project prompted a decision to focus more on quick iterations and numerous launches rather than awaiting longer term initiatives. In particular, it was decided that a legacy ValBal vent mechanism, while unlikely to suffice as a long-term solution, was sufficient and necessary for building altitude control expertise within Cycloon in the short term. Therefore, on '''May 19''', the day after CY-2, it was decided that two payloads would be launched on '''June 1''', each with ballast, vent, and (winds permitting) tether and floater mechanism.
Before and around the time of the previous flight, CY-2, a reevaluation of project goals for the quarter had been underway. While a full apex vent equipped flight had originally been envisioned for the weekend of '''June 2''', delays on the project prompted a decision to focus more on quick iterations and numerous launches rather than awaiting longer term initiatives. In particular, it was decided that a legacy ValBal vent mechanism, while unlikely to suffice as a long-term solution, was sufficient and necessary for building altitude control expertise within Cycloon in the short term. Therefore, on '''May 19''', the day after CY-2, it was decided that two payloads would be launched on '''June 1''', alongside Spaceshot and onboarding, each with ballast, vent, and (winds permitting) tether and floater mechanism.
The bulk of the avionics work for the two payloads occurred on May 27, and first demonstration of vent motor control was achieved on May 29. The bulk of the mechanics work occurred that same day, although due to a lack of spare mechanics the second payload was cancelled. Due to favorable wind forecasts, a floater was confirmed. Substantial mechanical integration was finalized on May 31, the day before the launch.
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==Configuration==