This web site has evidently been in existence for some time (since 1998?), but I just stumbled across it today. It purports to describe a concept where with “today’s technology”, humanity could build a system which would make space flight much more affordable. The key concept is a “Earth Orbiting Elevator”, a skyhook. The author doesn’t describe what the “Elevator” would be made of, but it’s an interesting site nonetheless.
The Earth Orbiting Elevator was designed using existing commercially available graphite fibers and a thermoplastic matrix.
No yet=to=be=made wonder materials or technologies are included in the design. It is based entirely on existing materials and technology.
Excellent. Now all you need is a solid biz plan, a few million dollars, some good lawyers, etc.
Being cynical (or realistic) it’s not enough to have a good idea you need to execute on the idea.
Yes, that is a pot calling the kettle black thing.