That's very true Kingfish. It's amazing how many inventions have come directly from Sci Fi. Had no one ever conceived these contraptions in prose, most likely no one would have invented them this century. Scientists often become intrigued by sci fi concepts and say to themselves, why not?
And yes, they are working on transporters and time travel. And impulse engines and solar sails. Our children might well see a real Galactica being built in their later years, if the propulsion vs weight dilemma is ever solved.
Good observation!
Muffit
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