am (apb1)

Race #1472

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Official speed 96.54 wpm (40.52 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 12, 2010 6:33:25pm UTC
Race Finish January 12, 2010 6:34:05pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
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.