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shamanic miner
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Re: A laser powered plane
Oct 10, 2003, 15:35
Yes, I don't think photoelectric cells would provide enough power to get a payload into orbit.

The other major advantage of lasers is of course that you don't have to waste the energy it takes to carry all that heavy liquid hydrogen fuel into orbit.

Not sure about the birds though. :)

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