Time travel discussion with Ron Mallet tonight

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Dr. Ron Mallett's research into time travel has sparked significant controversy, with many asserting that his theoretical solutions lack validity. Discussions surrounding his work highlight that while Mallett's ideas initially garnered interest, they ultimately did not hold up under scrutiny. Critics point out that he employed linear equations to describe a non-linear field, which is a fundamental flaw in his approach. This has led to a consensus that his theories have not progressed as hoped, despite the intriguing nature of his concepts.
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Mallet had a very interesting theory, but it did fizzle.
 
I saw him give a seminar at my university and I found his ideas to be interesting...

can someone provide more details on how his ideas fizzled?
 
I already watched it next week.
 
ptabor said:
I saw him give a seminar at my university and I found his ideas to be interesting...

can someone provide more details on how his ideas fizzled?

I didn't read everything in the thread linked, but from a previous discussion, my understanding is that he used linear equations to describe a non-linear field.
 

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