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People that are a lot smarter and more educated in this subject matter than myself have looked this idea over (at least I hope so). And based on my level of un
by derekp7 8y ago
People that are a lot smarter and more educated in this subject matter than myself have looked this idea over (at least I hope so). And based on my level of understanding, the phased array antennas should be able to dynamically adapt to interference similar to how MIMO antennas work on wifi routers (the ones that have 2 - 4 antennas on them). At least is seems like a plausible enough idea that multiple other companies are going to be attempting the same thing.
The legg up that Spacex has is potentially very low cost launches on reused rockets. But I have a strong feeling that the major cost savings will only appear if and when BFR is ready (and if it does what is claimed).
- unityByFreedom 8y agoMusk continues to promise more and deliver less. In my opinion, the fact that he's never delivered a profitable company disqualifies him from leading any major venture. > People that are a lot smarter and more educated in this subject matter than myself have looked this idea over (at least I hope so) This was often said of companies before the dot-com bust, and very often said of Enron. Everyone thought someone else before them had done due diligence. Now that the economy has been doing well for awhile, it's worth taking another look at ideas put forth as "it can't fail".
- s_y_n_t_a_x 8y agoIt seems you're attacking Musk as a person more than the idea. SpaceX is doing undeniably well, who you can attribute that to is up for debate, but my point is you should be critiquing the idea, not the man. How about hope for the best and if you don't believe in them, then don't invest? Imo it's a really good idea, and I'm glad someone is trying to solve the broadband issue in rural America, because there's a serious one. I live out here, you're out of touch if you don't think there's a market.