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12/1/2013 5:16:44 AM
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So they want to convert microwaves into electrical energy. They have a lot of hurdles to jump over to make this effective.
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  • C'mon man, you could at least take five seconds to Google an idea before dismissing it.

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  • Edited by Primordial 97: 12/1/2013 6:36:05 AM
    Right, because the link didn't just entirely explain how there are a ton of variables to factor in and that modern technology makes this economically and technologically difficult.

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  • Did you even read what you just linked?

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  • Yes. In fact, I did a presentation on space solar power a few weeks ago. I assure you I've looked into the concept.

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  • Yeah, but transmitting power from several hundred miles away in space is completely different than the approximately 250,000 miles to the moon.

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  • The only "problem" is scaling the technology up. Fundamentally, it's a well-understood process. I don't see why there should be any cause for concern. Also note that Primordial just said converting microwaves into electricity was going to be a challenge. That part really is well-understood, the challenge is getting a sufficiently powerful and accurate beam to Earth.

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