'Project Loon' an initiative launched by Google's parent company viz. Alphabet Inc is related to what?

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Odisha Police SI 30 October 2022 Paper II Official Paper

Answer 1

Correct answer is Wireless communication technology.

Key Points

Google has started the pilot project to provide internet connectivity to remote parts of India.
Under the project, large balloons floating at a height of 20 KM above earth surface (in stratosphere) are used for transmission of internet services.
They are commonly known as Loon Balloons as the first High Altitude Balloon for providing internet was used under Project Loon.
They are made of the commonplace plastic polyethylene and are the size of a tennis court.
Google has tested the technology in countries of Brazil, New Zealand and California of USA.

Additional Information

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