PP (pp_typer)

Race #3

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Official speed 48.10 wpm (81.33 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 3, 2016 9:30:07am UTC
Race Finish June 3, 2016 9:31:28am UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 5)
Accuracy 88.0%
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.