God help us (novabond)

Race #4263

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Official speed 122.56 wpm (31.92 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 12, 2013 6:11:07am UTC
Race Finish February 12, 2013 6:11:39am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 99.0%
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.