Is it possible to get better technology ?

Thread starter AnthreX
Start date May 28, 2004
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The discussion centers on the perception that current advancements in physics are not yielding new fundamental discoveries but rather applying existing knowledge to improve technology. There is optimism surrounding nanotechnology, which is expected to leverage solid-state physics for advancements. However, the extent to which these developments are realistic versus hype remains unclear. Participants express skepticism about the novelty of findings in physics while acknowledging potential technological benefits. Overall, the conversation highlights a tension between expectations for innovation and the actual progress in the field.

May 28, 2004

AnthreX

when i thought about this

i don't think any new physics is being found just all same
but the with the physics knowledge we have now.. is it possible to get better technology ?

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May 28, 2004

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Some people have great hopes for nanotechnology, which surely will have to draw upon some solid-state physics. How much of it is just hype I can't gauge.

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