Robert (bobbert_63)

Race #21

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Official speed 42.00 wpm (93.14 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 10, 2016 2:12:46am UTC
Race Finish July 10, 2016 2:14:19am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Accuracy 92.0%
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.