Skyler (comradsky)

Race #19

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Official speed 64.70 wpm (60.46 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 1, 2013 10:01:24pm UTC
Race Finish February 1, 2013 10:02:25pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 7)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.