Riadh (riadhe)

Race #232

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Official speed 83.42 wpm (46.90 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 14, 2019 5:08:34pm UTC
Race Finish October 14, 2019 5:09:21pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. vigilante434 (74.07 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 76.47
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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.