Tarun (nice_tarun_4_u_1987)

Race #4775

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Official speed 92.19 wpm (42.43 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 13, 2010 12:56:54pm UTC
Race Finish December 13, 2010 12:57:36pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.