Qwerty (benpace)

Race #1428

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Official speed 56.89 wpm (68.76 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 11, 2011 12:42:44pm UTC
Race Finish August 11, 2011 12:43:53pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.