Bigger on the inside than the outside

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The discussion revolves around the concept of objects being "bigger on the inside than the outside," as depicted in various media. Participants explore whether there could be a real-world basis for this phenomenon, potentially linked to quantum mechanics or higher dimensions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that the phrase is often used in movies and video games for comedic or surreal effects.
  • One participant mentions the TARDIS from Doctor Who as a prominent example, although it is categorized as television rather than film or video games.
  • Another participant provides examples from a comedy film and a video game, highlighting instances where interiors appear larger than exteriors.
  • Some participants speculate about the possibility of quantum mechanics or higher dimensions allowing for such a phenomenon in reality.
  • One participant dismisses the idea as being limited to fictional contexts, specifically referencing Harry Potter.
  • A later reply emphasizes that personal theories and overspeculation may not be appropriate for the forum's scientific focus.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of curiosity and skepticism regarding the real-world applicability of the concept, with no consensus reached on its feasibility or scientific basis.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes speculative ideas about quantum mechanics and higher dimensions, but lacks concrete definitions or established scientific frameworks to support these claims.

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You hear this phrase sometimes. Movies and video games have sometimes used this visual gimmick for a comedic or surreal effect. But what about reality? Is there something quantum mechanical that could allow a surface to literally take up more volume inside than outside? Perhaps this is possible in higher dimensions?
 
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Where do you find this in video games/movies?
 
bossman27 said:
Where do you find this in video games/movies?

The TARDIS from Doctor Who is the most obvious example although that's TV rather than video games/movies.
 
bossman27 said:
Where do you find this in video games/movies?

Two examples come to mind, though both are a bit obscure:

In the comedy film "Loaded Weapon 1," the protagonist's trailer home is the size of a large house on the inside. In the video game "Doom", the ceiling inside a building can be much taller than it appears on the outside.
 
Cody Richeson said:
You hear this phrase sometimes. Movies and video games have sometimes used this visual gimmick for a comedic or surreal effect. But what about reality? Is there something quantum mechanical that could allow a surface to literally take up more volume inside than outside? Perhaps this is possible in higher dimensions?

Nope, only in Harry Potter.
 

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