Can Low-Cost Methods Be Used to Launch Objects into Orbit?

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Launching objects into orbit typically incurs significant costs, leading to discussions about low-cost alternatives. Concepts like mass drivers and electromagnetic catapults have been proposed as potential solutions, although their construction remains expensive. Advanced ideas such as vertical railguns and cosmic elevators are theoretically feasible but also face financial challenges. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration and support, especially from individuals in economically disadvantaged regions pursuing scientific research. Innovative approaches are essential to make space access more affordable and achievable.
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The costs are huge. However, is it possible not having a huge amount of money?
 
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You might check out the mass driver or electromagnetic catapult on Wiki. These things have been in some sci-fi books too.
 
Thanks. Yep, these things (vertical railgun / cosmic elevator) are possible to be built yet the costs of building one are rather huge.
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