Brian (dcst_bri)

Race #95

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Official speed 28.98 wpm (134.99 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 5, 2013 1:04:06am UTC
Race Finish August 5, 2013 1:06:21am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 3)
Accuracy 90.0%
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.