Hans (hanslim)

Race #19

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Official speed 33.52 wpm (116.71 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 14, 2011 10:33:32am UTC
Race Finish September 14, 2011 10:35:29am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 92.0%
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.