brianbear (briand724080)

Race #476

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Official speed 123.46 wpm (31.69 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 15, 2015 7:22:58am UTC
Race Finish March 15, 2015 7:23:29am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 99.0%
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.