Jonathan (qu1te)

Race #104

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Official speed 63.24 wpm (61.86 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 3, 2019 3:32:31am UTC
Race Finish April 3, 2019 3:33:33am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 57.97
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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.