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Edi said:Because its a wormhole
Edi said:Because its a wormhole - you don't hit anything when going in one, you don't touch anything. Just go through it without losing momentum. If one loses momentum, where does it go?
I'm not saying this is true, just want to know what and how.
HallsofIvy said:Aww, c'mon. Who are you calling a GENTLEMAN!
A wormhole is a hypothetical tunnel-like structure in space-time that connects two distant points. It is theorized to be able to bend space-time, allowing for travel between two points that would otherwise be impossible to reach in a reasonable amount of time. The exact mechanism of how a wormhole would work is still a topic of debate among scientists.
While wormholes are theoretically capable of allowing for faster-than-light travel, the current understanding of physics suggests that it would require the existence of exotic matter with negative energy density, which has not been observed. Therefore, the use of wormholes for faster-than-light travel is still considered highly speculative.
A reactionless drive is a propulsion system that does not rely on the principle of action and reaction, as traditional propulsion systems do. Instead, it uses a different mechanism, such as manipulating the fabric of space-time, to generate thrust without the need for any propellant. This would allow for travel without the limitations of traditional propulsion, such as the need for refueling.
The concept of a reactionless drive is still a topic of debate and has not been proven to be scientifically valid. While there have been some theoretical proposals and experimental attempts to create reactionless drives, there is currently no evidence that they are possible based on our current understanding of physics.
If wormholes and reactionless drives were to be proven scientifically valid and able to be created and controlled, they could potentially have numerous applications in space exploration and travel. These could include faster travel to distant planets, exploration of other galaxies, and even the possibility of time travel. However, much more research and development would be needed before these applications could become a reality.