P (ssnhouston713)

Race #326

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Official speed 86.11 wpm (45.43 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 13, 2018 8:58:46pm UTC
Race Finish October 13, 2018 8:59:32pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 1. qwestfinder (110.03 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 78.93
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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.