akash (akash_racer)

Race #153

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Official speed 38.52 wpm (101.56 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 19, 2019 7:13:10pm UTC
Race Finish June 19, 2019 7:14:51pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 35.31
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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.