jimmy (jimmy88099)

Race #149

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Official speed 36.12 wpm (108.31 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 31, 2012 1:01:30pm UTC
Race Finish July 31, 2012 1:03:19pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.