Rane (rtzeng001)

Race #6

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Official speed 63.63 wpm (61.48 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 10, 2013 9:34:46pm UTC
Race Finish January 10, 2013 9:35:47pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.