Nancy (lola124)

Race #272

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Official speed 70.07 wpm (55.83 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 28, 2010 6:10:53am UTC
Race Finish February 28, 2010 6:11:49am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
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.