tailcatch (tailcatch)

Race #28523

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Official speed 129.42 wpm (30.23 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 4, 2023 4:49:25am UTC
Race Finish January 4, 2023 4:49:55am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. gummzee (103.18 wpm)
3. hannah1921 (84.24 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 118.64
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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.