[nathanathan]

I would like to know if electromagnetic flux pinning is strong enough to use instead of a cable. I'm imagining a scenario where pairs of rotating superconductor panels in orbit lift a giant solenoid into space by flux pinning its magnetic field as they rotate upwards.

[adaml_623]

You're probably going to have to draw a diagram to get your basic concept across a wee bit better.

[nathanathan]

I've asked about the concept here as well: http://forums.xkcd.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=109979 I suggested a two designs and the one I mentioned on hn has an ascii drawing about halfway down the page.