david (nugnoy)

Race #125

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Official speed 96.42 wpm (40.57 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 25, 2015 3:36:13am UTC
Race Finish January 25, 2015 3:36:53am UTC
Outcome No win (2 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.