ben (visionhops)

Race #17

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Official speed 128.96 wpm (30.34 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start September 22, 2021 7:08:14pm UTC
Race Finish September 22, 2021 7:08:45pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 118.21
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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.