absor (absor)

Race #11

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Official speed 91.11 wpm (42.94 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 21, 2020 12:04:55pm UTC
Race Finish October 21, 2020 12:05:38pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 100.0%
Points 83.52
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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.