Arun (linuxguy9)

Race #1143

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Official speed 54.66 wpm (71.57 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 16, 2013 6:58:15pm UTC
Race Finish February 16, 2013 6:59:27pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
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.