artificial gravity in a planetary colony

wlm_efn@... [spacesettlers] wrote:

> Instead of containers on a track, have a horizontal spinning wheel,
> suspended off the ground by cables, to a central pillar. At the top of the pillar
> would be a set of very large bearings to bear the load.
>
> No rolling friction or wear & tear on any wheels or track. There would
> be wear & tear on the bearings of course. There would also be balance issues.

Right. When I say "track" I'm assuming maglev, with wheels only used as
emergency backup. But a suspension structure is an interesting idea.

Best,
- Joe