mesocyclone (mesocyclonetvs)

Race #156

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Official speed 118.14 wpm (33.11 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 20, 2013 4:33:04pm UTC
Race Finish July 20, 2013 4:33:37pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
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.