Tom (vtom07)

Race #1

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Official speed 30.15 wpm (129.75 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 3, 2017 1:51:06pm UTC
Race Finish August 3, 2017 1:53:16pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 27.63
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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.