bob (polo12341)

Race #236

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Official speed 39.49 wpm (99.06 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 18, 2012 5:21:19am UTC
Race Finish December 18, 2012 5:22:58am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 88.0%
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.