Tim (arizownage)

Race #2186

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Official speed 129.64 wpm (30.18 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 29, 2011 10:52:49pm UTC
Race Finish July 29, 2011 10:53:19pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.