Leon (leonnlk)

Race #162

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Official speed 99.85 wpm (39.18 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 15, 2013 12:10:01pm UTC
Race Finish October 15, 2013 12:10:41pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.