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Race #961

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Official speed 79.17 wpm (49.41 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 9, 2013 4:25:32pm UTC
Race Finish August 9, 2013 4:26:22pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.