Corey (coreytho)

Race #221

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Official speed 88.89 wpm (44.01 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 2, 2013 8:02:55am UTC
Race Finish August 2, 2013 8:03:39am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.