N (space_bars)

Race #253

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Official speed 87.63 wpm (44.64 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 20, 2020 1:24:41am UTC
Race Finish March 20, 2020 1:25:26am UTC
Outcome No win (4 of 5)
Opponents 2. lookitup (92.74 wpm)
3. epiphronn (91.08 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 80.33
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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.