Julie (missballerina)

Race #357

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Official speed 81.21 wpm (48.17 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 21, 2013 2:14:04pm UTC
Race Finish November 21, 2013 2:14:52pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 98.0%
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.