Cat (nuggetcat)

Race #6

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Official speed 96.44 wpm (40.56 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 15, 2010 7:41:22pm UTC
Race Finish October 15, 2010 7:42:03pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
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.