serk (sherp_68)

Race #4119

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Official speed 101.81 wpm (38.42 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 3, 2010 1:53:39pm UTC
Race Finish May 3, 2010 1:54:18pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. sestevens (91.80 wpm)
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.