anil (anilkr1495)

Race #1486

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Official speed 59.23 wpm (66.05 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 12, 2018 3:07:15pm UTC
Race Finish February 12, 2018 3:08:21pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 54.30
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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.