The Rull by A.E. van Vogt:
Science Fiction Inventions, Technology and Ideas

"It had been intended as a test — but the test went wrong. But it was very hard for the human to appreciate or guess at the Achilles Heel of the incredible Rull!"


('The Rull' by AE van Vogt)

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Automatic Defensors
Devices that follow along with you, providing extra viewpoints.

Nerve Control Lines
Designs that take control of human nervous systems.

Survey Craft
Light duty ship for use in atmosphere, to explore planets.

 

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