Edward (ed_toreno)

Race #4998

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Official speed 30.01 wpm (130.36 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 18, 2009 9:51:02am UTC
Race Finish December 18, 2009 9:53:12am 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.