Matt (mattsmouse)

Race #111

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Official speed 67.06 wpm (58.34 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 27, 2015 9:24:44am UTC
Race Finish May 27, 2015 9:25:42am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 1. tanjungtech (73.67 wpm)
3. thomas70 (58.92 wpm)
Accuracy 89.0%
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.