john (johnkelly841@hotmail.com)

Race #12860

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Official speed 54.75 wpm (71.45 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 10, 2014 11:24:33pm UTC
Race Finish February 10, 2014 11:25:44pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Opponents 1. fayax (96.67 wpm)
Accuracy 91.0%
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.