Reaching Geostationary Orbit
Geostationary orbit, sitting at an altitude of 35,786 km, presents unique challenges for reaching it without rockets. While the idea of a gigantic tower was initially proposed, it proved impractical due to material limitations. A more viable solution involves using a cable anchored from a platform in geostationary orbit, a concept revived by Yuri, which requires materials with exceptional tensile strength.In this clip
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