Robert (rob774)

Race #391

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Official speed 70.02 wpm (55.87 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 25, 2015 6:27:08pm UTC
Race Finish July 25, 2015 6:28:04pm UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.