Sam (jet993)

Race #979

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Official speed 90.25 wpm (43.35 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 16, 2023 6:27:21pm UTC
Race Finish June 16, 2023 6:28:05pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Opponents 1. aasiaat (95.78 wpm)
2. sayed1 (93.02 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 82.73
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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.