t3firefox99 (t3firefox99)

Race #92

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Official speed 62.02 wpm (63.08 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 8, 2016 2:54:29am UTC
Race Finish January 8, 2016 2:55:32am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 4. jordanhochstetler (60.96 wpm)
Accuracy 89.0%
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.