Brody (loser_)

Race #319

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Official speed 69.30 wpm (56.45 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 2, 2017 1:08:49am UTC
Race Finish February 2, 2017 1:09:46am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 91.0%
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.