nhan (dcc01)

Race #1896

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Official speed 39.91 wpm (98.02 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 20, 2011 9:37:50am UTC
Race Finish January 20, 2011 9:39:29am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
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.