Ruslan (rusbes)

Race #4433

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Official speed 70.51 wpm (55.48 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 19, 2020 10:36:49am UTC
Race Finish February 19, 2020 10:37:45am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. chromoplast (62.37 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 64.63
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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.