Snemel (snemel)

Race #119

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Official speed 38.14 wpm (102.57 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 12, 2016 3:50:33pm UTC
Race Finish February 12, 2016 3:52:15pm UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.