Rheannon (snickers10)

Race #3104

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Official speed 97.05 wpm (40.31 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 8, 2015 8:58:31pm UTC
Race Finish April 8, 2015 8:59:12pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.