Chris (happyfeet322)

Race #16

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Official speed 117.16 wpm (33.39 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start November 7, 2019 7:04:57pm UTC
Race Finish November 7, 2019 7:05:31pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 3. harr (90.79 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 107.40
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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.