Brian (13121417)

Race #45

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Official speed 123.63 wpm (31.64 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 28, 2010 4:53:36am UTC
Race Finish April 28, 2010 4:54:08am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
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.