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Arthur Porges |
Arthur Porges (b. 1915 - d. 2006) was born in Chicago, Illinois. He completed a master's degree in Mathematics and then enlisted in the army for WWII. He taught mathematics before retiring to write; he wrote hundreds of short stories in different genres. Science fiction in the News articles describe real-world events that relate to the ideas and inventions in sf novels and movies. Select a news article: |
Inflatable Spherical Robots May Explore Mars
These robots bear an uncanny resemblance to the bouncing robotic guardians on the 1960's TV show The Prisoner. Hopefully, Martians haven't been watching the series.
OrbSwarm Autonomous Spherical Robotics
Spherical robots roam free in this autonomous robotic free-for-all.
Jollbot Robot Ball Jumps, Bounces And Rolls
Unique robot solves two problems at once; it may remind fans of past sf television shows of a favorite villain 'bot.
Rotundus Groundbot Robotic Spherical Guardian Video
Take a look at the latest version of the Rotundus spherical robot - it's a beauty. With a GroundBot's eye view video.
Spherical Robot Lego Mindstorms NXT-Based
I just like spherical robots; this very nicely implemented bot uses a Lego Mindstorms NXT kit as the basis for the locomotive power.
Smart Ball Android Spherical Robot
Use your Android phone to control this bot. Article includes a spherical robot video roundup!
Sphero Robot Ball Is Smartphone-Controlled
Remote-controlled robotic fun for you and your smartphone.
3D Printed Damascus Steel Now Possible
'... lined with durite, that strange close-packed laboratory product.' - Robert Heinlein, 1939.
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