[ExI] Space Elevator (Going Down)

[Gary Miller]

Bryan asked:

>> Has anybody considered the idea of blowing up the planet?

My Response:

Yes, but only on a small basis.

1. Go to an existing (already polluted) underground Atomic test site.

2. Plant geothermal generators in the desert (molten salt?)

3. Drill a central shaft and detonate an underground nuclear device deep
enough to prevent
   further topside irradiation.

4. Use the geothermal generators to mine the heat from underground magma
ball created by the blast
converting it to electricity.

5. When power levels begin to drop repeat step 3 as required.