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The Mayfair Theatre Ready to Do the Time Warp Again!
Feature image by Petr Maur. Remaining photos by Andre Gagne. Sam Kellerman slips on some fishnet stockings, adjusts the corset and ensures the midnight black lipstick is applied just right. The mirror doesn’t lie. He looks stunning. He looks like a sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania and, tonight, he’s got
“The Force Awakens” Fulfills Old Promises, Makes New Ones
Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens Directed by J.J. Abrams Written by Lawrence Kasdan, J.J. Abrams, and Michael Arndt Produced by Lucasfilm, Bad Robot, and Truenorth Productions I have to be careful, here. The Force Awakens has been on screens for a few days now, and spoilers abound on
Astounding Soundwaves
Above: An example of how sound waves expand from a central point. Photo credit. Sound is something most people experience almost every minute of every day, and so it is easy to take for granted. However, even something as simple as sound can be used to create powerful tools when
3D Printing the Future
Photo credit: www.decisionsdurables.com It has been over a year since I talked about 3D printers on this blog, but the innovators who are focusing on this technology have been far from idle. Progress is constantly being made in this field and some recent headlines have perfectly highlighted some of the
Other benefits of advancing technology: BNNTs
Photo courtesy of Oak Ridge National Laboratory Hello again science fiction fans. I apologize for my long absence, but I am back and will once more be bringing you news about exciting new technologies. However, in this week's article I would like to take a different focus and examine an
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Solar Power
As I have discussed several times in the past, one of the main issues that we are currently facing, and that limits our development into the future, is our need for renewable, safe, and sustainable ways of harvesting energy. By far one of the safest, cleanest, and most renewable sources
Drones: Non-Military Uses
Photo courtesy of Don McCullough. When one thinks of drones, they usually think of military drones, used for stealth surveillance. However, the world of drones is quickly expanding beyond its initial military uses to new and exciting areas. The Federal Aviation Administration estimates there could be up to 7,500 commercial drones
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Self-Charging Devices
Whether on television, the big screen, or in a book, science fiction is known for its bewildering array of handheld gadgets. Besides the many amazing functions these devices possess they also seem to simply keep running forever. After all, when was the last time you saw someone on Star Trek
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Regenerative Plastics
A common factor of technology in science fiction is that it seems to last far longer than ours, and is able to stand up to much heavier punishment. While a modern cell phone can be rendered totally useless if it is dropped on too hard a surface, the gadgets, vehicles,
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Monowheels
One of the technologies that crops up in science fiction a lot, despite their apparent flaws, is the monowheel or powered unicycle. Although their appearances may change the core concept of these vehicles is that the rely on only a single wheel for movement, instead of the traditional two or
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Telerobotics
In the past I have spoken about both autonomous robotic drones and power armour suits that are operated by the person wearing them. However some films, such as Surrogates and Iron Man 3 explore the idea of merging the two, creating robots that can be remotely controlled as if a
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Zeppelins and Airships 2
Last year I discussed advances in the creation of modernized airships and zeppelins, and in the last year these advances have not slowed down. In fact, improvements in technology and infrastructure have made the creation of fleets of airships a very real possibility. Although zeppelins have some disadvantages when compared
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Chainswords
Chainsaws are very useful tools in many situations, but in science-fiction, they are generally shown in a very different role. From the chainswords and chainaxes used throughout Warhammer 40,000 to the chainsaw bayonets from the Gears of War series, chainsaws in science-fiction are more often shown as weapons than tools.
Space Marine Bolters: Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction”
Of all the weapons used in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, the bolter is the most famous. One of the iconic images of the franchise, these terrifying weapons are wielded by the power-armored space marines to destroy Mankind's enemies. These heavy rifle-like weapons fire self-propelled .75-calibre rockets called bolts, each with
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Orbital Drops / Boosting the Danger Quotient
Whether it is through the use of individualized drop pods, reinforced armor suits, "gravity chutes," impact-resistant gel, or even good old-fashioned parachutes, orbital drops are a common event in many pieces of military science-fiction. This maneuver is a more high- tech version of the conventional air drop, in which brave
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Robotic Muscles
Earlier this year I talked about giant robots, and the many technical challenges that have prevented them from being put into production. Although there are many reasons why creating a giant robot is difficult, the major one has always been how to make it move. Robots tend to rely on
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – A Wealth of Stealth: The Invisible Woman 2
It has been more than a year since I posted my first blog about the Invisible Woman, and how scientists were trying to replicate her ability to make herself completely invisible by using metamaterials and stealth technology. The ability to make something invisible to the naked eye has been dreamt
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Fusion Power 2
In one of my earlier blogs I discussed nuclear fusion, the many potential benefits it could provide, and the difficulties that have stymied efforts to create a working fusion power plant. Nuclear fusion is seen by many as the best possible solution for the world's growing energy crisis and, although
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Robotic Drones 4
In my previous three blogs, I have discussed the many military applications of remotely controlled robotic drones. However, drones of this type have many potential uses outside of combat. Some drones are available in military and civilian versions, like the robots used by soldiers and police officers to disarm explosive
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction”: Robotic Drones 2
One of the most exciting scenes from Iron Man 2 (2010) is the climactic battle, where Iron Man and Warmachine take on a legion of robotic drone soldiers. From the Trade Federation's battle droids in the Star Wars prequel trilogy to the robotic terminators that Skynet sends to wipe out
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Robotic Drones 1
Besides the terminators that are the series' namesake, the most well-known robots in the Terminator series are the Aerial Hunter Killers. These flying robots are objects of terror to the human resistance, being able to rain down fire from above. Although these robots are far more advanced than anything currently
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Deadpool
Deadpool, the infamous "Merc with a Mouth," is a famous and well-loved Marvel character. A large part of Deadpool's popularity comes from his comedic antics and the fact that he is aware that he is in a comic book. Besides this awareness, Deadpool is known for his skills as a
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Rocketeer 2
Humans have dreamt of flight for centuries, as the story of Icarus' wax wings and Leonardo da Vinci's plans for an ornithopter show. The idea of soaring through the air like a bird, propelled by the beating of powerful wings, has captured imaginations for ages, though progress on achieving the
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Sentry Guns
Sentry gun is a catchall name for an automated robotic weapon system that is used in a defensive role, either protecting an area from intruders or destroying incoming projectiles. These devices are common in science-fiction and especially video games, and range from the homemade tripod mounted guns built by Team
Putting the “Science” in “Science Fiction” – Particle Accelerators
Particle accelerators are a commonly used type of technology throughout science-fiction, though they are often called by different names. The uses of particle accelerators are also widely varied in sci-fi but, whether referred to as particle accelerators, particle beams or atom smashers, all of these devices work using the same
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