Richard (rockpile)

Race #1193

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Official speed 93.17 wpm (41.99 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 10, 2012 6:16:49pm UTC
Race Finish November 10, 2012 6:17:31pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Opponents 2. phlegmatic (75.25 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
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.