Candace (candycuey1)

Race #14

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Official speed 59.04 wpm (66.26 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 10, 2011 3:24:54pm UTC
Race Finish March 10, 2011 3:26:00pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.