D1m5 (d1m5)

Race #2

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Official speed 77.09 wpm (50.75 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 13, 2016 9:10:13am UTC
Race Finish August 13, 2016 9:11:03am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 91.0%
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.