Tony (agimus)

Race #12744

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Official speed 81.70 wpm (47.88 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 2, 2015 5:25:07pm UTC
Race Finish March 2, 2015 5:25:55pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 99.0%
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.