Franzvic (elbruh)

Race #953

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Official speed 80.49 wpm (48.60 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 5, 2021 5:14:39am UTC
Race Finish March 5, 2021 5:15:27am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 73.78
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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.