Edward (ed_toreno)

Race #3890

View Pit Stop page for race #3890 by ed_torenoGhost race

View profile for Edward (ed_toreno)

Official speed 47.55 wpm (82.27 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 7, 2009 5:25:09am UTC
Race Finish December 7, 2009 5:26:31am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Points 0.00
Text #463 (Length: 326 characters)

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.