mako (mako640_dvorak)

Race #927

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Official speed 104.96 wpm (37.27 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 13, 2014 2:11:55am UTC
Race Finish March 13, 2014 2:12:32am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. mandy31182 (83.09 wpm)
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.