S (scarton)

Race #96

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Official speed 68.48 wpm (57.13 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 13, 2019 12:20:28am UTC
Race Finish June 13, 2019 12:21:25am UTC
Outcome No win (2 of 4)
Opponents 1. codh (71.00 wpm)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 62.78
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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.