LongGone (byejack123)

Race #4156

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Official speed 58.94 wpm (66.37 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 2, 2020 7:22:08pm UTC
Race Finish January 2, 2020 7:23:14pm UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 5)
Accuracy 95.0%
Points 54.03
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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.