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How realistic are sci-fi spaceships?
The future of spacecraft, explained by a man who launches present-day spacecraft.
By Chris Taylor
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7 space-based TV shows get graded on realism
Which of these popular sci-fi entertainments is the most grounded in reality?
By Pete Pachal
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9 terrifying tech and science innovations we want to see in 'Black Mirror' Season 5
More fact than fiction, this wishlist might keep you up at night.
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The 5 kinds of sci-fi space travel, ranked by realism
Science fiction is full of ships that can zip around the cosmos. Only some are even loosely based on actual science.
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Shields up! How spaceships can save themselves without science fiction
We don't need to defend against phaser fire -- but there are some deadly invisible enemies on the final frontier.
By Mark Kaufman
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