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Race #1687

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Official speed 99.09 wpm (39.48 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 7, 2017 3:14:52pm UTC
Race Finish February 7, 2017 3:15:32pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. wszxvq (90.05 wpm)
Accuracy 97.0%
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.