A lunar-anchored tether reaching to near geostationary orbit could be supported by existing materials such as Kevlar or Dyneema using a hybrid taper profile.
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The Spaceline: a practical space elevator alternative achievable with current technology
A lunar-anchored tether reaching to near geostationary orbit could be supported by existing materials such as Kevlar or Dyneema using a hybrid taper profile.