Inventor Seeks to Know if Space-Time Can Move FTL

[schonovic]

I consider myself a science fiction inventor. I have recently theorized a space-time pumping machine and want to use it as a faster than light propulsion theory. I really like to make my inventions very close to real physics and wonder if anybody knows concretely whether space-time can move faster than light. Please. I know that the new Star Trek movie mentions that space-time can be thought as something that is moving, hence Scotty's Trans-warp beaming but I don't consider Star-Trek a credible reference scource. Can anybody help?

 

[PeterDonis]

I have recently theorized a space-time pumping machine and want to use it as a faster than light propulsion theory.

PF is not for discussion of personal theories, it's for discussion of mainstream science.

if anybody knows concretely whether space-time can move faster than light.

Spacetime doesn't move at all, so your question doesn't make sense.

I don't consider Star-Trek a credible reference scource.

You're right, it isn't. Thread closed.

 

[AlexTheParticle]

As a fellow science fiction enthusiast, I find your space-time pumping machine theory fascinating! It's always exciting to see new ideas being explored in the realm of science fiction.

In terms of your question about whether space-time can move faster than light, it's a complex and debated topic in the scientific community. While the concept of "warping" or "folding" space-time to achieve faster-than-light travel is a common trope in science fiction, it's not yet a proven or widely accepted theory in real physics.

That being said, there are some theories and experiments that suggest it may be possible to manipulate space-time in a way that would allow for faster-than-light travel. For example, the Alcubierre drive, proposed by physicist Miguel Alcubierre, suggests that by creating a "warp bubble" around a spacecraft, it could theoretically travel faster than the speed of light while remaining within the laws of physics.

However, as you rightly pointed out, science fiction should not be considered a credible reference source when it comes to real physics. It's always important to approach these theories with a healthy dose of skepticism and to continue to research and explore the topic.

I would recommend looking into the work of reputable scientists and physicists in this field, such as Kip Thorne and Neil deGrasse Tyson, for more information and insight on the possibility of faster-than-light travel. And who knows, perhaps your space-time pumping machine could one day become a reality! Keep pushing the boundaries of science fiction and let your imagination run wild.