mohan (astrotypist)

Race #151

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Official speed 100.69 wpm (38.85 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 17, 2013 7:05:01am UTC
Race Finish December 17, 2013 7:05:40am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
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.