X̶x̶x̶-̶F̶a̶c̶t̶o̶r̶-̶x̶x̶X (westsidepride)

Race #536

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Official speed 107.70 wpm (36.32 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 20, 2012 4:59:54am UTC
Race Finish October 20, 2012 5:00:31am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. sinzi (93.19 wpm)
Accuracy 100.0%
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.