Steve (fools2)

Race #309

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Official speed 55.20 wpm (70.87 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 1, 2022 8:00:23pm UTC
Race Finish June 1, 2022 8:01:34pm UTC
Outcome No win (3 of 4)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 50.60
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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.