Andy (andy_feldmanis)

Race #67

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Official speed 75.79 wpm (51.62 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start March 26, 2018 9:58:55am UTC
Race Finish March 26, 2018 9:59:47am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 69.47
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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.