Diana (dkl2108_dvorak)

Race #707

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Official speed 89.22 wpm (43.85 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 21, 2010 5:06:36pm UTC
Race Finish August 21, 2010 5:07:20pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
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.