Alfred (himy123)

Race #14

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Official speed 47.40 wpm (82.53 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 26, 2018 8:12:39pm UTC
Race Finish February 26, 2018 8:14:01pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 43.45
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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.