Robert (rmedin04)

Race #4191

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Official speed 53.61 wpm (72.97 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 7, 2019 2:49:44pm UTC
Race Finish May 7, 2019 2:50:57pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 49.14
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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.