Fishermen Never Lie (fishermenneverlie)

Race #8974

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Official speed 118.86 wpm (32.91 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start April 13, 2018 9:15:17pm UTC
Race Finish April 13, 2018 9:15:50pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. relearner (89.00 wpm)
Accuracy 99.0%
Points 108.95
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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.