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Dyson Spheres
26:34 - 31:43 (05:08)
In this episode, the concept of Dyson Spheres is discussed, which are massive hypothetical structures that could potentially harness the energy output of a star, and how different variations of the idea have been proposed.
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The potential downsides of a Dyson sphere that surrounds the sun completely are discussed, including blocking out sunlight and limiting access to space beyond the sphere.
26:34 - 28:38 (02:03)
Dyson Sphere
Summary
The potential downsides of a Dyson sphere that surrounds the sun completely are discussed, including blocking out sunlight and limiting access to space beyond the sphere.
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PodcastStuff You Should Know
In this podcast, the concept of the Dyson Sphere is explored and the overwhelming scientific barriers that prevent it from being a reality are discussed.
28:38 - 29:56 (01:17)
Dyson Sphere
Summary
In this podcast, the concept of the Dyson Sphere is explored and the overwhelming scientific barriers that prevent it from being a reality are discussed.
ChapterDyson Spheres
EpisodeSelects: Will We Find Evidence of Aliens by Their Engineering Projects?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The speaker introduces the idea of using machines that move independently around the sun to collect energy and beam it back to earth instead of one big sphere.
29:56 - 31:43 (01:47)
Space Energy Collection
Summary
The speaker introduces the idea of using machines that move independently around the sun to collect energy and beam it back to earth instead of one big sphere.