Christopher (curryshoe)

Race #145

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Official speed 104.27 wpm (37.52 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 10, 2016 5:01:55am UTC
Race Finish February 10, 2016 5:02:32am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. gob126 (86.53 wpm)
Accuracy 95.0%
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.