Sharon (unidaphne)

Race #278

View Pit Stop page for race #278 by unidaphneGhost race

View profile for Sharon (unidaphne)

Official speed 51.14 wpm (76.50 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 11, 2022 3:38:25am UTC
Race Finish August 11, 2022 3:39:41am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 4)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 46.88
Text #463 (Length: 326 characters)

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.