Diwata (diwata)

Race #18

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Official speed 87.96 wpm (44.47 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 9, 2012 1:22:09pm UTC
Race Finish July 9, 2012 1:22:53pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. amitu7 (71.15 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
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.