Finally, the 21st century might be
turning out more like I expected.
For more than half a century, rockets have been the only way to go to space. But in the not-too-distant future, we may have another option for sending up people and payloads: a colossal elevator extending from Earth’s surface up to an altitude of 22,000 miles, where geosynchronous satellites orbit.
Imagine a huge cable, stretching from Earth's surface to a geosynchronous orbiting platform, with people and payloads traveling the cable, without rockets.
NASA says the basic concept of a space elevator is sound, and researchers around the world are optimistic that one can be built.
Let's get after it, fellows! (Then, get to work on my flying car.)
1 comment:
Read Arthur C. Clarke's "The Fountains of Paradise." Been predicted a long time, materials tech catching up. The hazards are HORRENDOUS at first, tho...
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