Andrei (artoorie312)

Race #110

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Official speed 81.18 wpm (48.19 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 24, 2017 9:18:48am UTC
Race Finish September 24, 2017 9:19:37am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 74.41
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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.