Emily (emilydanielle2013)

Race #32

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Official speed 38.46 wpm (101.72 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 14, 2011 5:20:15pm UTC
Race Finish September 14, 2011 5:21:57pm UTC
Outcome No win (5 of 5)
Opponents 3. junior174 (55.51 wpm)
Accuracy 85.0%
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.