Ahmed (anahmed122)

Race #113

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Official speed 38.49 wpm (101.64 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 14, 2020 8:06:23am UTC
Race Finish September 14, 2020 8:08:04am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 35.28
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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.