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Race #2411

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Official speed 161.74 wpm (24.19 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start June 12, 2016 4:18:01pm UTC
Race Finish June 12, 2016 4:18:26pm UTC
Outcome No win (1 of 1)
Accuracy 97.0%
Points 0.00
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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.