lagvino (lagvino_els)

Race #2801

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Official speed 67.81 wpm (57.69 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 1, 2011 12:01:26pm UTC
Race Finish April 1, 2011 12:02:24pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 2)
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.