How (hsw9)

Race #170

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Official speed 38.60 wpm (101.35 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 13, 2021 8:51:59pm UTC
Race Finish March 13, 2021 8:53:40pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 35.39
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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.