amrite (amrite)

Race #1261

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Official speed 44.32 wpm (88.27 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 21, 2017 3:03:06pm UTC
Race Finish April 21, 2017 3:04:34pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
Opponents 3. jpirih (42.44 wpm)
Accuracy 84.0%
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.