Uri (dorlev)

Race #10

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Official speed 86.54 wpm (45.20 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 30, 2014 7:09:39am UTC
Race Finish September 30, 2014 7:10:24am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
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.