Para (parad)

Race #11658

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Official speed 70.72 wpm (55.32 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 8, 2021 4:08:03pm UTC
Race Finish February 8, 2021 4:08:58pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Opponents 2. eazyh (65.55 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 64.83
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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.