max (xamxam23)

Race #90

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Official speed 67.27 wpm (58.15 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 7, 2013 4:05:56pm UTC
Race Finish August 7, 2013 4:06:54pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 1. cpbh16 (67.50 wpm)
3. colemak5 (63.77 wpm)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.