Test (testsubject)

Race #292

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Official speed 126.54 wpm (30.92 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 14, 2011 12:03:21am UTC
Race Finish October 14, 2011 12:03:52am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Accuracy 98.0%
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.