Beth (janbeth)

Race #2271

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Official speed 70.80 wpm (55.25 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 8, 2014 2:49:27am UTC
Race Finish December 8, 2014 2:50:22am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. sifreshz (62.30 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.