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Are fictional technologies becoming a scientific reality in the near future?

Fascinating isn't it? Just how fictional technologies are becoming scientific reality in the near future? Just thinking about how things we saw on movies and read on books are now becoming possible! All thanks to the advancement in science and technology.

So let's delve into the fascinating dream of an imaginary world and explore their potential to become actual scientific reality. Is it possible? Let's dive into it.

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Hoverboards:

Remember Marty McFly cruising on a hoverboard in "Back to the Future Part-II"? Yeah, we don't have that yet but what if it comes true? Well hoverboards may not be that far from becoming reality! The concept of hoverboards involves using magnetic levitation or air propulsion to create a floating effect. Well, we don't have full-fledged hoverboards like in "Back to the future II" just yet, but some really advancements are already happening.

But, what are the possibilities of this becoming reality?

As an example, we can look into the development of hoverboards using electromagnetic technology. These hoverboards have magnets and superconductors that generates magnetic for, allowing them to levitate and glide above the ground.

Another possibility is by using air propulsion. Some companies are already experimenting with hoverboards that use powerful fans or jets to creat a cushion of air, lifting the board off the ground. It's a unique yet interesting way to begin with!

So, while we're not quite there yet, the science behind hoverboards is progressing. And who knows what the future holds for us?

Self-driving/flying Cars:

You've probably seen self-driving car in movies like "Minority Report" and "Total Recall" and flying cars in "Harry Potter and the Chambers of Secret".

Maybe we aren't so far from bringing this to reality!

Self-driving cars use advanced technologies like sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence to navigate and drive themselves without human intervention. The AI algorithms analyse the data to identify objects, detect obstacles, and determines the best path.

The AI algorithms are trained using vast amounts of data collected from real-world scenarios. It allows the car to learn and improve the driving capabilities over time. Additional, with that the cars are equipped with advanced mapping systems proving detailed information about road conditions and traffic patterns.

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Flying cars, on the other hand, are being developed using similar principles of automation and advanced technology, utilising vertical take-off and landing capabilities. These are designed to be electrically powered, reducing environmental impact.


To ensure safety, self-driving and flying cars undergo rigorous testing and validation processes, subjected to various real-world scenarios.


Companies like Tesla and Google are already testing and refining self-driving car technology.


So who knows, with all the masterminds, maybe seeing cars flying above isn't far away from being the reality!


Well these are just a few of thousands of examples of how fictional technologies are inching closer to becoming real. The boundaries between science fiction and reality are blurring, and it's really an exciting time to witness the transformation of imagination into scientific innovation. We will no longer look into the concepts of movies and books but soon live in that dream itself. As technologies are becoming a part of our everyday lives, opening up new possibilities, how far can it go? So let's have a seat and see what the future holds for us!