Martin (interatom)

Race #149

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Official speed 65.91 wpm (59.35 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 17, 2010 6:27:49pm UTC
Race Finish April 17, 2010 6:28:49pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
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.