Break The Bond #2 (chittirobo)

Race #4

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Official speed 75.81 wpm (51.60 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 9, 2010 10:01:26am UTC
Race Finish November 9, 2010 10:02:18am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
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.