Dave (daveyb)

Race #1011

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Official speed 56.21 wpm (69.60 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 31, 2010 7:15:22pm UTC
Race Finish July 31, 2010 7:16:32pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.