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February 28, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Liftoff Elevator: A Resilient Alternative to Space Elevator and Fuel-Free Interplanetary Launch Capability. Action Plan, Mass-Energy Budget and Feasibility Assessment

OBOle Babanen

Key Points

  • The research aims to evaluate a dynamic transport system as an alternative to the conventional space elevator concept.
  • Proposed a low-orbit transport system using existing materials and technologies.
  • Conducted a feasibility assessment based on mass-energy budget considerations.
  • Analyzed system performance under various planetary conditions.
  • Demonstrated the system can transport cargo and crews without relying on ultra-high-strength materials.
  • Confirmed high levels of emergency safety under Earth’s conditions.
  • Indicated the system's capability in diverse planetary environments.

Abstract

A concept for a low-orbit dynamic transport system is proposed—a realistic alternative to the stationary space elevator and a system for fuel-free interplanetary launches. It does not require ultra-high-strength materials, which have yet to be created. Unlike traditional approaches, this system utilizes only existing materials and industrially proven technologies. It is capable of providing mass and regular transport of cargo and crews from the surface of any planet, regardless of its rotation period, moons, weather conditions, or the impact of space debris. Under Earth’s conditions, the system offers a high level of emergency safety.

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Ole Babanen (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a286da0a974eb0d3c022c7https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18779848
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