Daniel (djr5252)

Race #97

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Official speed 114.81 wpm (34.07 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 27, 2011 12:21:22am UTC
Race Finish July 27, 2011 12:21:56am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
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.