Michelle (michelle1110)

Race #30

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Official speed 42.06 wpm (93.01 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 17, 2016 9:32:21am UTC
Race Finish June 17, 2016 9:33:54am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
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.