Robert Forward:
Science Fiction Technology and Ideas
Robert Lull Forward (b. 1932 – d. 2002) was an American physicist and science fiction writer. His literary work was noted for its scientific credibility and use of ideas developed from his career as an aerospace engineer.
Invention/Technology Source Work (Publication Date)

Christmas Bush Motile Robot - very fine fingers
Repair robot with extra-sensitive hands.

Rocheworld (1985)

Imp Personal Robot
A small 'subtree' robot that is designed for the personal use of astronauts.

Rocheworld (1985)

Interstellar Laser Propulsion System
A means of traveling to the stars, using a Sol-based laser system and light sail-equipped ship.

Rocheworld (1985)

Negative Matter Space Drive
A reactionless space drive using negative matter.

Timemaster (1992)


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