Andres (andres0432)

Race #10460

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Official speed 74.16 wpm (52.75 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 23, 2015 9:03:34pm UTC
Race Finish October 23, 2015 9:04:27pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 90.0%
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.