Submitted by larsschellhas t3_124pxcz in space
larsschellhas OP t1_je0yqpt wrote
Reply to comment by Psychomadeye in Is Space-Based Solar Power An Option to Solve Humanity's Energy Hunger After All? by larsschellhas
Probably easier to throw a small rock against the asteroids early on in their trajectory though :D
Psychomadeye t1_je9zwfb wrote
Yes, but I'm thinking we could reach it faster, and from further this way, and apply more energy in total. I'm not suggesting it would be worth it, more that it's a fun thing to think about.
larsschellhas OP t1_jea0m0x wrote
True. And it might be worth it overall. Like, a laser would evaporate ice and material on the asteroid, which would push away from the asteroid, changing its trajectory.
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