Antoine (5j8j9j3j)

Race #455

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Official speed 55.45 wpm (70.55 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 3, 2013 1:45:01pm UTC
Race Finish August 3, 2013 1:46:12pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.