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Race #2549

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Official speed 68.57 wpm (57.05 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 7, 2024 4:48:05am UTC
Race Finish February 7, 2024 4:49:02am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 62.86
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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.