varshini (varshini007)

Race #1315

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Official speed 38.52 wpm (101.56 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 21, 2015 7:45:17am UTC
Race Finish December 21, 2015 7:46:58am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
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.