cosdaj (cosdaj)

Race #1810

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Official speed 69.89 wpm (55.97 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 5, 2018 7:06:17pm UTC
Race Finish May 5, 2018 7:07:13pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 2. davidfellows (98.22 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 64.07
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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.