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The working climber design is [climber.aoi here]. The software being used to modify it is [http://www.artofillusion.org Art of Illusion] which is open source freeware. Notes on the design are located [climberdesignnotes.doc here]. | |||
Revision as of 06:47, 29 June 2008
The Climber
Ascending the ribbon efficiently and reliably is crucial. The climber utilizes current technology throughout and is under development through the Spaceward Foundation Space Elevator Games.
Check the discussion page to find a to-do list...
| Value | Units | |
| Mass | 30 | tons |
| Height | 20 | meters |
| Width | 20 | meters |
| Payload | 60 | tons |
| Maximum Velocity | 200 | kph |
| Power usage | 2 | MW |
[image climber.jpg]
The working climber design is [climber.aoi here]. The software being used to modify it is Art of Illusion which is open source freeware. Notes on the design are located [climberdesignnotes.doc here].
Status:
Small climbers have been demonstrated through the Spaceward Space ELevator Games Include images and videos from the SE Games Include design write-ups
