c (cdavid010111)

Race #1447

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Official speed 61.54 wpm (63.57 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 15, 2011 1:30:53am UTC
Race Finish February 15, 2011 1:31:57am UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
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.