Christian (nill8nill)

Race #45

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Official speed 48.74 wpm (80.26 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 10, 2016 4:58:49pm UTC
Race Finish March 10, 2016 5:00:09pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 91.0%
Points 0.00
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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.