taran (slowaccount)

Race #4251

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Official speed 152.44 wpm (25.66 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start January 27, 2019 9:01:55am UTC
Race Finish January 27, 2019 9:02:21am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 139.74
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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.