William (wdk5013)

Race #800

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Official speed 66.08 wpm (59.20 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 3, 2013 2:07:43am UTC
Race Finish December 3, 2013 2:08:42am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 91.0%
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.