Dana (rubiksgh3)

Race #2650

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Official speed 82.05 wpm (47.68 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 20, 2014 6:59:54am UTC
Race Finish August 20, 2014 7:00:42am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.