Dvorak (aeoryth1)

Race #1423

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Official speed 83.58 wpm (46.81 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 6, 2012 6:19:12am UTC
Race Finish January 6, 2012 6:19:59am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 95.0%
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.