Wassabi (wassabec)

Race #1

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Official speed 65.62 wpm (59.62 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 7, 2013 10:15:30pm UTC
Race Finish September 7, 2013 10:16:30pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 94.0%
Points 0.00
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The basic concept is simple: a satellite in geosynchronous orbit is connected by cable to a stationary or mobile platform somewhere on Earth's equator. An elevator would ride up and down the cable at a fraction of present costs. Many sane and sober people believe that a space elevator will be constructed within this century.