Bea (libbearator)

Race #2016

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Official speed 88.38 wpm (44.26 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start December 27, 2019 5:29:09am UTC
Race Finish December 27, 2019 5:29:53am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 81.02
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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.