Thomas (petropete)

Race #1275

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Official speed 57.67 wpm (67.83 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 11, 2014 11:12:51pm UTC
Race Finish December 11, 2014 11:13:59pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 90.0%
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.