shahab (prince_s9)

Race #852

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Official speed 93.89 wpm (41.67 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 23, 2011 9:16:30pm UTC
Race Finish October 23, 2011 9:17:12pm UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
Accuracy 97.0%
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.