eiko (eikomaniac)

Race #5921

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Official speed 171.65 wpm (22.79 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 17, 2019 5:08:53pm UTC
Race Finish February 17, 2019 5:09:16pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. bblaise (140.23 wpm)
Accuracy 100.0%
Points 157.34
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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.