I have seen this done with command blocks , it would be a great addition to add in the model and code

http://stargate.wikia.com/wiki/Transportation_rings

Video Animation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXAuXd-PSB8

I don't foresee this happening, I lack the knowledge to implement this.

Almost a year and no artist to tackle the challenge , hope someone stumbles by this and is kind enough to make a model .:)

Would love to se transport rings to directly move upwards / downwards.