H (mib71)

Race #32

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Official speed 35.82 wpm (109.21 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 3, 2021 2:41:15am UTC
Race Finish January 3, 2021 2:43:04am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 32.83
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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.