J (jaid)

Race #1120

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Official speed 55.55 wpm (70.42 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 9, 2018 10:35:21pm UTC
Race Finish February 9, 2018 10:36:32pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Opponents 2. ed72 (62.46 wpm)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 50.92
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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.