Optics (optics)

Race #2412

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Official speed 93.52 wpm (41.83 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 3, 2013 1:53:36am UTC
Race Finish October 3, 2013 1:54:18am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 3. dangminhhaiitc (76.87 wpm)
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.