Jake (s2d_)

Race #425

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Official speed 63.40 wpm (61.70 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 14, 2018 2:20:54am UTC
Race Finish September 14, 2018 2:21:56am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 2. kasegaff (64.26 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 58.12
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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.