Robert (stanford4modesto)

Race #619

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Official speed 65.08 wpm (60.11 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 8, 2014 12:31:21am UTC
Race Finish January 8, 2014 12:32:21am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.