April (apping)

Race #2768

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Official speed 61.39 wpm (63.72 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 11, 2019 4:10:07am UTC
Race Finish February 11, 2019 4:11:11am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 56.27
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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.