Philip (philr0203)

Race #601

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Official speed 59.95 wpm (65.25 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 30, 2018 1:18:16am UTC
Race Finish July 30, 2018 1:19:22am UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 54.95
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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.