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Engineers would not create such a design flaw, but some science fiction writers would.DaveC426913 said:
Engineers would not create such a design flaw, but some science fiction writers would.DaveC426913 said:Why you do think engineers would commit such an egregious design flaw?
:frowns:Lren Zvsm said:Engineers would not create such a design flaw, but some science fiction writers would.
Of course the engineers wouldn't. The marketing executives would do this. Planned obsolescence isn't something that could happen by accident. The implant itself isn't the danger, it is giving someone else access to how your brain works that is the problem. So in a healthy trustworthy society, it would be okay. In ours IDK.Lren Zvsm said:Engineers would not create such a design flaw, but some science fiction writers would.
In a healthy trustworthy society, it would be okay for today. But society is unpredictable. You can't know that society will remain trustworthy.Algr said:Of course the engineers wouldn't. The marketing executives would do this. Planned obsolescence isn't something that could happen by accident. The implant itself isn't the danger, it is giving someone else access to how your brain works that is the problem. So in a healthy trustworthy society, it would be okay. In ours IDK.
And yet brain implants are not uncommon in science fiction and were a serious object of study for at least one scientist, Joe Delgado. https://gizmodo.com/the-scientist-who-controlled-people-with-brain-implants-5871598DaveC426913 said::frowns:
It's a bad science fiction writer that writes implausible engineering that the reader will see right through.
Of course.Lren Zvsm said:And yet brain implants are not uncommon in science fiction and were a serious object of study for at least one scientist, Joe Delgado. https://gizmodo.com/the-scientist-who-controlled-people-with-brain-implants-5871598
Why would brain implants be more dependable than other electronic devices?DaveC426913 said:Of course.
The implausible aspect was the idea that the implant would need to be physically replaced regularly, like we toss away and upgrade our cell phones today.
Because otherwise they would fail as a product.Lren Zvsm said:Why would brain implants be more dependable than other electronic devices?
The purpose of brain implants in modern sci-fi books is often to explore the potential consequences and implications of advanced technology on human cognition and behavior. These implants may be used to enhance cognitive abilities, control emotions, or even alter memories.
The realism of brain implants in modern sci-fi books varies greatly. Some authors may base their depictions on current scientific research and advancements, while others may take more creative liberties. However, it is important to note that many of the concepts and technologies portrayed in sci-fi books often have some basis in real science and are not entirely impossible.
Yes, brain implants are a common theme in modern sci-fi books. This is likely due to the increasing interest and advancements in neurotechnology in the real world. Brain implants offer a fascinating and often controversial topic for authors to explore in their stories.
No, brain implants do not always have negative consequences in modern sci-fi books. While they may often be portrayed as a source of conflict or danger, some stories also explore the potential benefits and positive impacts of brain implants on society and individuals.
The brain implants portrayed in modern sci-fi books are often more advanced and have more extreme capabilities than current real-life brain implants. However, as mentioned earlier, many of the concepts and technologies in sci-fi books have some basis in real science, so it is possible that some of these futuristic brain implants could become a reality in the future.