Andy (pnxtasy)

Race #80

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Official speed 103.49 wpm (37.80 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 29, 2019 1:13:01am UTC
Race Finish March 29, 2019 1:13:39am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 100.0%
Points 94.86
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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.