The Replicator, as seen in Star Trek: The Next Generation, was used primarily to provide food for the crew in the final frontier. According to fan theories, the device functioned by rearranging the subatomic particles already found in abundance, across the universe. Starting with atoms of carbon, hydrogen and adding proteins and acids, the machine […]
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Weekly Wrap Up (May 20, 2016)
“Set phasers to stun!” As one of the most-beloved sci-fi series of all time, Star Trek has captivated generations. Often praised for its surprisingly accurate scientific applications, choosing to use the fictional “phaser” rather than a laser in the show and films seems uncharacteristic of the franchise. Find out why the creators of Star Trek […]
Science Fiction or Science Fact: Why Star Trek Opted For Phasers Over Lasers
In the past, we looked at why lightsabers will likely never be holstered to our hips, unless we live in a galaxy far, far away. But what about in “the final frontier”? In the Star Trek universe, phasers are far more commonplace than laser-based weapons and technology. Today, we’re going to look at why the […]