Emily (snowy)

Race #858

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Official speed 72.29 wpm (54.12 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 25, 2014 12:39:27am UTC
Race Finish June 25, 2014 12:40:21am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 3. georgetypes (65.69 wpm)
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.