V.E. Thiessen:
Science Fiction Technology and Ideas
Valor E. Thiessen (b. 1917 - d. 2005) was known mostly for Westerns and detective stories. He held a position at the University of Oklahoma in Creative Writing. His first sf publication was “Afraid” in Startling Stories (Fall 1946).
Invention/Technology Source Work (Publication Date)

Asteroid Nets
Capturing small asteroids or fragments using rocket nets.

Asteroid Justice (1947)

Space-Dory
A small spacecraft sometimes used as a life boat.

Asteroid Justice (1947)


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