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Light-Sculpture
A creative work that was both sculpture and light.
(From Light Verse [1973] by Isaac Asimov)
Usuform Robot Bartender
A robotic bartender that is designed along purely functional lines.
(From Q.U.R. [1943] by Anthony Boucher)
Usuform Robot
A robot designed strictly along functional lines.
(From Q.U.R. [1943] by Anthony Boucher)
Flex-Wheels
Special wheels designed for getting around on the Moon.
(From 2001: A Space Odyssey [1968] by Arthur C. Clarke)
Scent-Organ
A device that output specified odors.
(From Brave New World [1932] by Aldous Huxley)
Feelies (Feely)
Device adds the tactile element to entertainment.
(From Brave New World [1932] by Aldous Huxley)
Probe Screen Hood
A device that blocks attempts to see into the contents of the brain mind.
(From The Hood Maker ('Immunity') [1955] by Philip K. Dick)
Guard Robot
Early reference to a robot performing the functions of a security guard.
(From The Hood Maker ('Immunity') [1955] by Philip K. Dick)
Hyperpig
A genetic chimera of pig and human.
(From Redemption Ark [2002] by Alastair Reynolds)
Tacspace
An augmented representation of space battles.
(From The Algebraist [2004] by Iain M Banks)
Paper Steel
Specially treated paper that forms material as hard as steel.
(From Robur-the-Conqueror [1866] by Jules Verne)
Worldweb All Thing
Network connects billions of people in real time.
(From Hyperion [1989] by Dan Simmons)
Emissarial Projection
An expert system able to converse and act in the capacity of ambassador.
(From The Algebraist [2004] by Iain M Banks)
Loiter-Drone
A autonomous flying device that hovers protectively over a defined area.
(From The Algebraist [2004] by Iain M Banks)
Gillfluid
Breathable fluid that provides oxygen to the lungs, allowing greater pressure on the body.
(From The Algebraist [2004] by Iain M Banks)
Separated At Birth Database
Missing persons database uses similarity to famous people.
(From Virtual Light [1993] by William Gibson)
Tattletale
A device is attached to a criminal suspect, ensuring that his whereabouts are always known.
(From The Game Players of Titan [1963] by Philip K. Dick)
Homotropic News Vending Machine
An autonomous news-selling robot, that was able to specifically seek out human beings.
(From The Game Players of Titan [1963] by Philip K. Dick)
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