L. A. Phroaig (laphroaig_neat)

Race #3605

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Official speed 90.41 wpm (43.27 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 10, 2015 1:26:43pm UTC
Race Finish November 10, 2015 1:27:26pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. tniful (83.28 wpm)
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.