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Race #1752

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Official speed 88.89 wpm (44.01 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 10, 2022 8:05:03pm UTC
Race Finish December 10, 2022 8:05:47pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 81.49
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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.