b (srefn)

Race #512

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Official speed 89.86 wpm (43.53 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 30, 2017 1:11:19am UTC
Race Finish March 30, 2017 1:12:03am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. miket349 (85.69 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
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.