See (drohbrief)

Race #438

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Official speed 25.79 wpm (151.69 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 18, 2018 1:48:06pm UTC
Race Finish July 18, 2018 1:50:37pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 4)
Accuracy 94.0%
Points 23.64
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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.