peter (sk9nk12)

Race #2265

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Official speed 59.24 wpm (66.04 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 1, 2014 10:05:20am UTC
Race Finish December 1, 2014 10:06:26am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 92.0%
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.