Jason (jscribs71)

Race #1557

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Official speed 67.96 wpm (57.56 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 2, 2012 3:08:54pm UTC
Race Finish October 2, 2012 3:09:51pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 4)
Opponents 4. commandeaw (66.65 wpm)
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.