Olli (sparkable)

Race #49

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Official speed 69.34 wpm (56.42 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 3, 2014 9:36:06pm UTC
Race Finish October 3, 2014 9:37:02pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
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.