ORBITAL RING BLOG
Interested in going down the rabbit hole with many of the design concepts, findings, science and math assumptions highlighted in the book? Then this blog section is the right starting point for you to engage in some thought-provoking exploration of astronomy’s shocking twists!
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Astronomy’s Shocking Twist and Orbital Ring Engineering: Origin Story
Learn about the process and history that inspired the author for the creation of the Astronomy’s Shocking Twist saga. | Orbital Ring blog
The Dream of a Floating Highway to Space
Engage with us in the dream of building a floating highway to space. An article from the author of the book “Orbital Ring Engineering”.
The Role of Science Fiction in Advancing Space Infrastructure Concepts
While the principles of orbital mechanics were laid by scientists, envisioning space megastructures came from the realm of science fiction.
From Science to Science Fiction to Science
From early astronomical theories to today’s space travel, we explore the creative methods humanity has devised to escape Earth’s gravity.
SkyHook, LightCraft, Mass Drivers, and Space Launch Systems
Here is where we discuss SkyHooks, LightCraft, Mass Drivers, as well as current and future Space Launch Systems and technologies.
Tethered Rings, Launch Loops, Space Fountains, and The Space Elevator
Follow-up to The Gravity Well, exploring Space Transit Systems such as Tethered Rings, Launch Loops, Space Fountains, and The Space Elevator.
Chapter Three: The Gravity Well
Chapter 3 of the book explores “The Gravity Well”, as well as history and pioneers in space mass transport systems, and Orbital Ring design.
Orbital Ring: An Open-Source Project for the Python Coding Community
Join the Orbital Ring Open-Source Python project on GitHub, and join the coding community that takes the challenge of designing the future.
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