Launched in 1960, Echo 1 was designed to explore the new field of communications via space. Its design was remarkably simple: Essentially a large balloon, measuring 30 meters (100 feet) across, the
The Balloon Satellites of Project Echo | Amusing Planet
Echo Launch Adapter
Echo Launch Adapter
Echo 1 Satellite during tests in 1960: 30.5 m in diameter, 0.5 mil Mylar. | Download Scientific Diagram