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The Line is mono-molecular filiment connecting a planet to an orbital satilite (Line-top).  This allows for cheap space flight as the expensive and dangerous proccess of getting into and out of orbit is simplified.
The Line is mono-molecular filiment connecting a planet to an orbital satilite (Line-top).  This allows for cheap space flight as the expensive and dangerous process of getting into and out of orbit is simplified.


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Latest revision as of 11:01, 3 August 2016

The Line is mono-molecular filiment connecting a planet to an orbital satilite (Line-top). This allows for cheap space flight as the expensive and dangerous process of getting into and out of orbit is simplified.

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Those who have read The Science of Discworld will be familiar with the concept of a space elevator.