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Space-based Power Generation

Posted by michael on from the death-ray dept.

dlkf writes: "There is an article on Space.com that talks about some of the benefits, costs and current research relevant to using satellites to generate and store power. This surplus of power could then be beamed via laser or microwave to earth or other satellites."

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  1. I am Pissed by the_2nd_coming · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    I had this Idea when Iwas in 6th grade.....If only i had a patent on the damn Idea.

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  2. Re:Why not use the acres of urban tarpaper? by JimPooley · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    Just think about the pigeons!

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