Nguyễn Cảnh (c4home)

Race #3187

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Official speed 46.55 wpm (84.04 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 28, 2012 2:26:04am UTC
Race Finish October 28, 2012 2:27:29am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 4)
Accuracy 88.0%
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.