monk (harry_tuttle)

Race #1543

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Official speed 72.87 wpm (53.68 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 12, 2012 5:58:44pm UTC
Race Finish November 12, 2012 5:59:38pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. arsatishbabu (61.06 wpm)
3. lynnpineda (52.00 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
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.