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Race #2790

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Official speed 38.76 wpm (100.93 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 2, 2017 12:34:58pm UTC
Race Finish November 2, 2017 12:36:39pm UTC
Outcome No win (5 of 5)
Accuracy 93.0%
Points 35.53
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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.