G (my_last_serenade)

Race #194

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Official speed 103.54 wpm (37.78 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 22, 2013 2:09:23pm UTC
Race Finish May 22, 2013 2:10:01pm UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.