Jai (jaideepjr)

Race #16659

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Official speed 91.37 wpm (42.81 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 26, 2010 2:31:49am UTC
Race Finish October 26, 2010 2:32:32am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
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.