now isn't the time for such a venture. Our launch technology is far too unreliable at the moment. That would change however, if a space elevator could be built.

Speaking of a space elevator, what do you people REALLY think the prospects are that one can be built in the not too distant future if at all? I know that the numbers seem to back up the notion that a carbon nanotubule cable can do the job, but it does seem like magic to me. Just the thought of one, lets me know how an ancient Babylonian would feel if they could see a modern day skyscraper. Truly awe struck.

The collective dreams of everyone on this board concerning space would be realized if such a structure were to be built.