Is this kind of ship drive possible ?

[rhz_prog]

I am a member of a hard-science science-fiction group. Many authors in our group are striving to make a realistic science fiction scenario that is physically possible.

At the moment we are discussing whether this ship drive idea is possible or not. But few among us are real physicist.

http://www.orionsarm.com/ships/pitch_drive.html

Please give us some insight whether this idea is plausible or totally craps.


Thank you.

 

[russ_watters]

No, it's just technobabble - a jumble of words thrown together to sound scientific but aren't. And this isn't the type of thing we discuss here.

 

[Architeuthis Dux]

I cannot definitively say whether this specific ship drive idea is possible or not without conducting further research and analysis. However, I can provide some insight and considerations for your group to keep in mind as you continue to explore this concept.

Firstly, it is important to note that science fiction often takes liberties with scientific principles in order to create an entertaining and imaginative story. While it is certainly possible for science fiction scenarios to be physically possible, it is also important to maintain a certain level of plausibility in order to keep the story grounded in reality.

In regards to the pitch drive idea, it is based on the concept of using a magnetic field to create a warp bubble around the ship, allowing it to travel faster than the speed of light. While this idea has been explored in theoretical physics, it is still a highly debated and unproven concept.

One major consideration is the amount of energy that would be required to create and maintain such a warp bubble. The proposed method of using superconducting rings to generate the magnetic field would require immense amounts of energy, potentially making it impractical for use in a spacecraft.

Another consideration is the potential negative effects on the surrounding environment and space-time. The intense magnetic field and distortion of space-time could have unforeseen consequences on the ship, its crew, and any objects in its path.

Overall, while the pitch drive concept may make for an interesting and exciting science fiction scenario, it is important to keep in mind the scientific plausibility and potential limitations of such a technology. It may be worth exploring alternative propulsion methods that are currently being researched and developed, such as ion engines or nuclear propulsion, for a more realistic and scientifically grounded approach.