Austin (austin4040)

Race #32

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Official speed 93.01 wpm (42.06 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 7, 2017 6:39:40pm UTC
Race Finish October 7, 2017 6:40:22pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 96.0%
Points 85.26
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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.