Al (integralphysics)

Race #3086

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Official speed 94.42 wpm (41.43 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 3, 2021 11:23:53am UTC
Race Finish April 3, 2021 11:24:34am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Opponents 1. kingb1rd (121.56 wpm)
4. ubis (85.04 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 86.55
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.