Jordan (shannojg)

Race #10

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Official speed 93.94 wpm (41.64 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 20, 2015 6:14:58pm UTC
Race Finish January 20, 2015 6:15:40pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.