keitharcel (keitharcel)

Race #14

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Official speed 64.06 wpm (61.07 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 9, 2014 9:27:41am UTC
Race Finish October 9, 2014 9:28:42am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Opponents 2. escal (41.16 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
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.