Martin (martinshkreli)

Race #34

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Official speed 108.38 wpm (36.10 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 21, 2016 8:39:38pm UTC
Race Finish March 21, 2016 8:40:14pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
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.