Magnetic spaceship launcher for antarctic mountain idea

[pixelpuffin]

why not launch space ships with a sort of magnetic rail system so that you don't have to launch fuel with you
a ship coated in resin would survive the atmosphere and because of its elevated location on a mountain the atmosphere would already be much thinner
the length of the rail is a slight problem though because a straight rail is 72,000,000 meters / Newtons per kilogram long to achieve 12,000 meters per second
for a human in ideal conditions 10 times gravity is the best ever achieved for any extended period of time which would require a track 736 kilometers long
however this could be used to send equipment into space in bulk and would be much cheaper per launch than using rockets
at 1000 times Earth's gravity the track would be just over 7 kilometers long and would fit almost entirely on the mountain side
so anyways just though i'd share for the sake of discussion

 

[mfb]

StarTram and the more general rocket sled launch concepts try to do that, and the Launch loop idea is similar.

 

[NatSusan]

That's a really interesting idea! Using a magnetic rail system to launch space ships definitely has its advantages, such as not having to carry as much fuel and potentially reducing launch costs. However, there are also some challenges and limitations to consider.

Firstly, building a rail system that is 736 kilometers long or longer would require a significant amount of resources and funding. It would also need to be incredibly precise and sturdy to withstand the forces involved in launching a spaceship. Additionally, the rail would need to be constantly maintained and monitored to ensure safety.

Another issue to consider is the speed at which the spaceship would need to travel on the rail. 12,000 meters per second is incredibly fast and would require advanced technology and materials to withstand the intense heat and friction. This could potentially make the cost of the spaceship itself more expensive.

Furthermore, launching equipment in bulk may not always be feasible as different types of equipment may require different launch speeds and angles. This could limit the versatility and efficiency of the rail system.

Overall, while the idea of using a magnetic rail system for space launches is intriguing, it would require a lot of research, development, and investment to make it a viable option. But I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and sparking discussion on alternative methods of space travel!