Elevator to space

I’m a month late getting this up (so to speak) but it’s worth a look: NOVA ScienceNOW’s Jan. 9 video report on the space elevator concept and last year’s New Mexico challenge. It’s more gee whiz than science, but you’ll come away from the 12-minute show with a pretty clear understanding of the idea. After that try the Spaceward Foundation’s new comprehensive FAQ on the research challenges.