Clive (black2dark1)

Race #1650

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Official speed 91.61 wpm (42.70 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 24, 2016 4:13:32am UTC
Race Finish February 24, 2016 4:14:14am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
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.