Nate (internatetional)

Race #190

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Official speed 94.52 wpm (41.39 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start February 4, 2020 5:03:07pm UTC
Race Finish February 4, 2020 5:03:49pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 2)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 86.64
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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.