Ravenzlayer (r4nd4ll)

Race #1546

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Official speed 58.74 wpm (66.60 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 15, 2013 5:29:16pm UTC
Race Finish July 15, 2013 5:30:22pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 1. init2winit (71.49 wpm)
3. creator1493 (58.43 wpm)
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.