Science fiction books, movies, games, TV shows and other media have long been home to amazing technology. Many of these ideas can serve as inspiration for today s scientists, but just how close are we to the real-life versions? In this feature, we look at ten of the best examples and rate the chances of their arrival within the next 30 years.
The Holodeck (Star Trek)
Here in the next 30 years? Score: 0/10
As Comic Book Guy from The Simpsons famously put it: I d like an hour on the holodeck with Seven of Nine. Futuristic virtual reality experiences appear in many works of fiction, though few are as well-known or fantastic as Star Trek s Holodeck.
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This picture taken on January 31, 2021 shows cars lined up during a gathering by auto enthusiasts in Urayasu, an eastern suburb of Tokyo. AFP pic
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TOKYO, Feb 5 Fast and furious they aren’t, but for a group of Japanese retro car enthusiasts the sleek lines and high shine of their old-school models hold a much more special charm.
A loose club of fans rolls up most weekends in central Tokyo to show off their Cadillacs, Chevrolets and other modern classic vehicles from the mid to late 20th century.
February 20, 2021
TOKYO (AFP) – Fast and furious they aren’t, but for a group of Japanese retro car enthusiasts the sleek lines and high shine of their old-school models hold a much more special charm.
A loose club of fans rolls up most weekends in central Tokyo to show off their Cadillacs, Chevrolets and other modern classic vehicles from the mid to late 20
th Century.
“Each time I drive it, I still get a thrill. There aren’t many vehicles that give you that feeling,” Masamune Isogai told
AFP of his
Knight Rider replica – a Pontiac Trans Am, the car made famous by the hit 80s TV drama.
While Japan is known for its practical cars that economize on fuel and space, one group of enthusiasts is looking to a different era for driving pleasure.
You won't find Han and his Toyota Supra from 'Fast and Furious' fame when this Tokyo vintage car fan club pulls in. It's all about Chevrolets, Cadillacs and even a Pontiac Trans Am.