Antman (mastersushichef)

Race #74

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Official speed 65.30 wpm (59.91 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start July 8, 2016 9:03:40pm UTC
Race Finish July 8, 2016 9:04:39pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 92.0%
Points 0.00
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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.