Fermi Paradox Solution: R1/C1 < R2/C2

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The discussion centers on the Fermi Paradox and the equation presented by A.D. Ursula in "In Search of Life in the Universe," specifically R1/C1 = R2/C2. This equation illustrates the relationship between the results (R) and costs (C) of contact between civilizations. The conclusion drawn is that the silence in the universe suggests R1/C1 is less than R2/C2, indicating that the potential costs of contact outweigh the perceived benefits. This leads to the assertion that without further exploration, the true value of R remains unknown.

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Homework Statement



In the book "In searcg of life in the Universe" A.D. Ursula gave the following formula

R1/C1 = R2/C2 (A)

when the contact between two civilizations happens, where R - result from a contact and C - cost to make a contact for those civilizations.

Homework Equations



The key equation is

R1/C1 = R2/C2

The Attempt at a Solution



Let R1 and C1 be result and cost for Earth.

There is great silence because

R1/C1 < R2/C2 (B)

If it were otherwise it would mean that the contact already happened but there is a great silence.

Hence equation (B) is fulfilled.
 
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Obviously the equation is of little use, we
don't learn the value of R until after we've spent C ( and even C is subject to change).

R could be absolute utopia or total destruction. But I, for one, am interested in finding out :smile:
 

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