David (felanee)

Race #224

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Official speed 64.52 wpm (60.63 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 12, 2014 6:26:48pm UTC
Race Finish June 12, 2014 6:27:48pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.