Hsuan-Han (hsuanlv)

Race #2941

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Official speed 55.24 wpm (70.82 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 28, 2013 12:49:12am UTC
Race Finish November 28, 2013 12:50:22am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 92.0%
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.