jonathan (jgreco2818)

Race #689

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Official speed 50.64 wpm (77.25 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 31, 2016 10:37:44pm UTC
Race Finish March 31, 2016 10:39:01pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 98.0%
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.