Space Elevator
A space elevator is a proposed transportation system for moving materials from Earth's surface directly into space without rockets. It consists of a long cable anchored to the ground and extending into geostationary orbit, with a counterweight at the far end. Vehicles, or climbers, would ascend and descend the cable, powered by various means. The concept aims to reduce the cost and energy required for space access. While technologically challenging due to material strength requirements, research continues into feasible designs, such as using carbon nanotubes.
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