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ISEC Webinar : "Today’s Space Elevator: Concept, Status, and Interplanetary Mission Support"

Presented by Peter Swan, Ph.D.

President of International Space Elevator Consortium

Webinar Date: 30 April 2020 

4:00PM - 5:00 PM ET / 1:00PM - 2:00PM PT

 

The modern-day Space Elevator has matured from Dr. Edwards' concept to a robust design incorporating Galactic Harbours and new enterprises. Last year, the Space Elevator developed rapidly and significantly. Join Peter Swan PhD, President of International Space Elevator Consortium, in exploring the changes that made 2019 a "break-out" year.


Interplanetary Missions can also be supported by the Space Elevator. Learn about the three infrastructure activities that are revolutionary, efficient and will further Humanity’s movement off planet.


In this session you will learn about:


•        The Galactic Harbour

•        Successful tether material

•        Positive assessment of each technology within each system segment

•        Space Elevator advocacy across the world

•        Massive payload capabilities

•        The Mars - Space Elevator Connection

A recording of this webinar and the presentation material can be found on our ‘Recorded Webinars’ page, follow this link .