jonathan (jgreco2818)

Race #2822

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Official speed 58.52 wpm (66.85 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 20, 2016 8:53:28pm UTC
Race Finish June 20, 2016 8:54:35pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 4)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.