phil (phil1)

Race #797

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Official speed 34.38 wpm (113.79 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 12, 2012 11:17:45am UTC
Race Finish August 12, 2012 11:19:39am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 3)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.