Pontus (bondi)

Race #186

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Official speed 86.75 wpm (45.10 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 11, 2015 7:32:53pm UTC
Race Finish November 11, 2015 7:33:39pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 97.0%
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.