N (natejam)

Race #17009

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Official speed 103.96 wpm (37.63 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 11, 2023 2:43:23am UTC
Race Finish March 11, 2023 2:44:00am UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 95.30
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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.