Project HARP

Project HARP, or High Altitude Research Project, was a collaborative effort in the 1960s between the United States military and the Canadian government, aimed at launching projectiles into high altitudes for research purposes. It primarily used large guns to shoot payloads, like scientific instruments, into the upper atmosphere. This project helped scientists study atmospheric conditions and gather data on cosmic rays. HARP contributed to advancements in rocket technology and laid groundwork for future space exploration initiatives. Overall, it represented an innovative approach to understanding our atmosphere and space beyond.