Arun (linuxguy9)

Race #1411

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Official speed 55.19 wpm (70.88 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 23, 2013 1:13:25pm UTC
Race Finish February 23, 2013 1:14:36pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.