W (wchd)

Race #137

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Official speed 47.34 wpm (82.64 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 20, 2018 4:52:16am UTC
Race Finish February 20, 2018 4:53:39am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 1. mistake_maker (50.79 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 43.40
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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.