Redsource (redsource)

Race #4639

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Official speed 62.70 wpm (62.39 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 12, 2016 12:47:26pm UTC
Race Finish October 12, 2016 12:48:28pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 93.0%
Points 0.00
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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.