IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.

Space Elevator Closer to Liftoff With New Cable

Nerdwatch: Professor Matteo Pasquali recently unspooled one of the longest carbon nanotube fibers from his lab in Rice University. One of the many possible uses for the super-strong, conductive fiber could be to build an elevator to space that would replace rocket technology.
Get more newsLiveon