Last I saw it launched a dummy payload just fine. However, the payload has to be rugged stuff. It can’t be sensitive equipment because of the high G forces due to the rotation.
It’s something, for sure! I feel like after 15 years of trying to get proper space, it’s just not gonna happen. Maybe there’s a chance in the distant future but everything and everyone in my life is pushing back on it. Sigh.
Yes, I love the idea! It’s too much, in my opinion. The centrifugal forces to achieve that linear speed are just too high. I love the idea and I’m glad they’re actually trying it.
Small? A proper shed/workshop instead of a corner of the garage. I know it asked impractical, but with how long I’ve been trying to make space for myself… It feels impossible at this point.
I don’t unless people ask. Most people don’t care, so I don’t start with the assumption they’re going to listen. Part of it, I realize now, it’s because I info dump. Wish I had known that before middle age.
No, just the opposite. It’s a ton of work for not a lot of results. It’d be like saying it took you 3 days to make a sandwich. That’s wayyyyyy longer than I’d expect it to take, with the caveat, I’m not a professional sandwich maker.