Rodrigo (r1p0)

Race #18

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Official speed 51.83 wpm (75.48 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 21, 2016 10:27:43pm UTC
Race Finish August 21, 2016 10:28:59pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 3)
Accuracy 93.0%
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.