Saagar (stacky)

Race #1279

View Pit Stop page for race #1279 by stackyGhost race

View profile for Saagar (stacky)

Official speed 46.78 wpm (83.63 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 25, 2013 1:04:25pm UTC
Race Finish September 25, 2013 1:05:49pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Opponents 1. zamurai (51.03 wpm)
Accuracy 86.0%
Points 0.00
Text #463 (Length: 326 characters)

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.