Raven (lamerae)

Race #215

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Official speed 44.88 wpm (87.17 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 10, 2019 11:23:55pm UTC
Race Finish December 10, 2019 11:25:22pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 94.0%
Points 41.14
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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.