Rasmus (razah27)

Race #93

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Official speed 54.35 wpm (71.98 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 20, 2013 7:48:35pm UTC
Race Finish January 20, 2013 7:49:47pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 4. lirux (51.79 wpm)
Accuracy 91.0%
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.