John (itypegud)

Race #1208

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Official speed 54.35 wpm (71.98 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 25, 2017 12:43:49pm UTC
Race Finish April 25, 2017 12:45:01pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 88.0%
Points 0.00
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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.