Robin (starseed1983)

Race #2032

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Official speed 86.31 wpm (45.33 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 23, 2012 7:21:58pm UTC
Race Finish August 23, 2012 7:22:44pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 95.0%
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.