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by E.E. 'Doc' Smith

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:

Wireless Power For Laptops, Cellphones?
   An old concept perhaps made new with "non-radiative" wireless power transmission.

Deflector Shields For Spacecraft?
   Interesting idea from the UK on how to protect space travelers Star Trek-style.

Diamagnetic Cavity Shield For Spacecraft?
   New research provides a way to protect space travelers heading out past Earth's atmosphere and magnetosphere.

Deflector Plasma Screen For Drones ala Star Wars
   'If the enemy persists in attacking or even intensifies their power, the density of the plasma in space will suddenly increase, causing it to reflect most of the incoming energy like a mirror.'

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