Mathias (doomthunder)

Race #362

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Official speed 82.16 wpm (47.61 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 20, 2014 4:47:57pm UTC
Race Finish January 20, 2014 4:48:45pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. ali_norouzi (71.73 wpm)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.