Kevin (kc4tennis)

Race #9813

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Official speed 55.02 wpm (71.10 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 26, 2014 9:19:14pm UTC
Race Finish October 26, 2014 9:20:25pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 1. josejose1 (68.72 wpm)
4. incia2210 (49.75 wpm)
5. forn_clakes (42.14 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
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.