Rophuine (rophuine)

Race #1227

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Official speed 87.35 wpm (44.79 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 30, 2011 11:35:03am UTC
Race Finish January 30, 2011 11:35:47am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
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.