Bob (checkmate123)

Race #922

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Official speed 75.74 wpm (51.65 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 28, 2018 12:25:01am UTC
Race Finish November 28, 2018 12:25:53am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 69.42
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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.