Jason (jason0910)

Race #27

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Official speed 38.88 wpm (100.62 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 24, 2012 5:32:14am UTC
Race Finish January 24, 2012 5:33:54am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Accuracy 94.0%
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.