Levis (levitron)

Race #251

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Official speed 62.73 wpm (62.36 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 29, 2010 7:57:34pm UTC
Race Finish May 29, 2010 7:58:37pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
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.