Shannon (shannon8605)

Race #2996

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Official speed 83.18 wpm (47.03 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 10, 2011 6:53:26am UTC
Race Finish September 10, 2011 6:54:13am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 95.0%
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.