Lina Inverse (inviolable1)

Race #2192

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Official speed 113.18 wpm (34.56 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 24, 2014 2:48:57pm UTC
Race Finish June 24, 2014 2:49:31pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. epcheney (108.91 wpm)
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.