John (squadin)

Race #66

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Official speed 49.96 wpm (78.30 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start May 24, 2018 10:50:32am UTC
Race Finish May 24, 2018 10:51:50am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 1)
Accuracy 93.0%
Points 45.79
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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.