Amanda24 (amanda2018)

Race #220

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Official speed 62.57 wpm (62.52 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 28, 2018 4:59:05am UTC
Race Finish July 28, 2018 5:00:08am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 57.35
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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.