Synopsis Keeping in mind that most of the technology we take for granted today was unthinkable a century ago, renowned astrophysicist Michio Kaku gazes into his scientific crystal ball to assess the possibilities for some of tomorrow's most significant inventions. Kaku focuses on the physics behind such theories as intergalactic space flight, telekinesis, and time travel, analyzing whether these concepts are in fact scientifically possible, and if not, which future discoveries may one day lead to their implementation. Kaku's brilliant insights reveal that invisibility cloaks and force fields are potential future developments, but perpetual motion machines and precognition will likely remain in the realm of science fiction.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2008-03-11 |
| Size | | Length: | 329 pages | | Height: | 9.8 in | | Width: | 6.8 in | | Thickness: | 1.2 in | | Weight: | 20.0 oz |
Publisher's Note The distinguished physicist-author of Hyperspace looks at the scientific principles behind the technology of the future, examining the theoretical basis, as well as limitations, of the laws of physics to discuss how seemingly impossible devices could become commonplace in the future in such areas as teleportation, force fields, telepathy, invisibility, time travel, and more. 60,000 first printing.
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