CRDM (crdm0)

Race #2814

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Official speed 111.57 wpm (35.06 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 27, 2017 9:18:24pm UTC
Race Finish July 27, 2017 9:18:59pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 3)
Opponents 1. iget95wpm (132.87 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 102.27
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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.