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Treknology: The Science of Star Trek from Tricorders to Warp Drive Hardcover – October 15, 2017

by Ethan Siegel (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 194 ratings
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Be amazed by 25 iconic pieces of tech from the Star Trek canon and the science behind how they function with Treknology. You will not believe how close we are to achieving some of them today.

The name Star Trek conjures images of faster-than-light spacecraft, holographic crew members, and phasers set to stun. Some of these incredible devices may still be far from our reach, but others have made the leap from science fiction to science fact—and now you can learn the science and engineering of what makes them tick.

Treknology looks at over twenty-five iconic inventions from the complete history of the Star Trek television and film universe. Author Ethan Siegel explores and profiles these dazzling technologies and their role Star Trek, the science behind how they work, and how close we are to achieving them in the real world today.

This stunning collection is packed with 150 superbfilm and television stills, prop photography, and scientific diagrams to pull you into another world. Brace yourself for a detailed look at the inner workings of Star Trek’s computing capabilities, communications equipment, medical devices, and awe-inspiring ships. Treknology is one that no fan of Star Trek, or future tech, will want to miss.
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  1. Print length
    216 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Voyageur Press
  4. Publication date
    October 15, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    8.75 x 0.88 x 8.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0760352631
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0760352632
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Treknology also does something else different from existing books about the science and technology of Star Trek: it spends a lot of time discussing the current state of science and technology, and how we might eventually make Trek’s technology a reality. ―TrekCore.com

Siegel provides the perfect set-up for diving into the very real science we'd need to build 'Star Trek' tech.―Adam Frank, NPR Books

Treknology is a gorgeous, well-researched and sharply written exploration of where we actually stand on technology to take us where no man has gone before: from transporters, impulse engines and warp drives to holodecks, replicators, and tricorders, the future is closer than ever.―Mr. Media Video Interviews

About the Author

Ethan Siegel is a PhD astrophysicist, science writer, author, (sometimes) professor of physics and astronomy, and longtime Star Trek fan. He has written for Forbes, Scientific American, NASA's Space Place, and many other print and online publications. His award-winning science blog, Starts with a Bang, has been educating the world since 2008.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Voyageur Press (October 15, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0760352631
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0760352632
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.88 x 8.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 194 ratings

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Star Trek Treknology by Ethan Siegel
I purchased the hardcover version of "Treknology: The Science of Star Trek" hoping to get an informative story of this wonderful future deep space exploration TV series, and I was not disappointed. The book includes full color photos from the Star Trek series on every page (216 pages), and a biography of the author, Ethan Siegel, Ph.D., professor of Physics and Astronomy (among other endeavors). The Contents of the book includes: 1) Starship Technology; 2) Weapons and Defense; 3) Communications; 4) Computing; 5) Civilian Technology; 6) Medical and Biological, a Conclusion: "Make It So", and also an Index, and the author's photo/biography. Absolutely wonderful book - worthy of display on your coffee table, or by your reading chair. But don't loan this book out to a friend! You'll never see it again.
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T. Kopec
5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Surprise
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2020
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Given the many non-novel books that have come to be available over the years dealing with some aspect of Star Trek, I initially expected this book to just join the group in an inauspicious way. To my surprise, I found this book to be one of the most interesting Star Trek books I have ever read, and I have many. To realize just how many aspects of technology can trace their roots to Star Trek is amazing. I have now come to believe that it is possible, that at some time in the future, scientists will actually learn how to dematerialize a person and transport that same person to a totally different location. To think that Gene Roddenberry created "transporters" as a cost-saving measure so that they would not have to constantly show the Enterprise landing on or taking off from a planet's surface. After you finish reading this book, you will be highly impressed as to all of the technology described in the Star Trek world that has made it into our world or is on the verge of getting there. If you are truly a fan, this is a must read.
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Bonnie Jacobson
5.0 out of 5 stars Star Trek Treknology by Ethan Siegel
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
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I purchased the hardcover version of "Treknology: The Science of Star Trek" hoping to get an informative story of this wonderful future deep space exploration TV series, and I was not disappointed. The book includes full color photos from the Star Trek series on every page (216 pages), and a biography of the author, Ethan Siegel, Ph.D., professor of Physics and Astronomy (among other endeavors). The Contents of the book includes: 1) Starship Technology; 2) Weapons and Defense; 3) Communications; 4) Computing; 5) Civilian Technology; 6) Medical and Biological, a Conclusion: "Make It So", and also an Index, and the author's photo/biography. Absolutely wonderful book - worthy of display on your coffee table, or by your reading chair. But don't loan this book out to a friend! You'll never see it again.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Star Trek Treknology by Ethan Siegel
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
I purchased the hardcover version of "Treknology: The Science of Star Trek" hoping to get an informative story of this wonderful future deep space exploration TV series, and I was not disappointed. The book includes full color photos from the Star Trek series on every page (216 pages), and a biography of the author, Ethan Siegel, Ph.D., professor of Physics and Astronomy (among other endeavors). The Contents of the book includes: 1) Starship Technology; 2) Weapons and Defense; 3) Communications; 4) Computing; 5) Civilian Technology; 6) Medical and Biological, a Conclusion: "Make It So", and also an Index, and the author's photo/biography. Absolutely wonderful book - worthy of display on your coffee table, or by your reading chair. But don't loan this book out to a friend! You'll never see it again.
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Artie
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Book Comparing tech now to the Shows
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024
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Beautiful book thats fun to read and great pictures. Comparing tech now to Star Trek world. Some we have achieved, some is still way off...fun book to refer to.
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Holly B
5.0 out of 5 stars OMG yes!! Trek-Fan Win!
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2019
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As a huge Trek fan, I am always wondering what the science really is - behind the star trek sciences. Here's your answers! It has everything from phasers to transports (page 45) and it doesn't look like transporter technology will really ever happen, in reality. The science is insane and I am grateful for this excellent book! Definitely a keeper! Live long, and prosper!
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JS Patton
5.0 out of 5 stars What will sci fi pop culture inspire next?
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2020
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Super detailed and if you’re a Star Trek lover like me, you will find the writings of Ethan Siegel easy to read and it flows well, naturally. Definitely a must have for any science fiction or technology lover.
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Sparky
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book by Dr
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2018
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Great book by Dr. Ethan Siegel. I bought this after reading an article written by him regarding point of reference and relative motion. This book is a great discussion on the feasibility of the technology portrayed in Star Trek as well as what steps have been made toward many of them. If you want to see the science behind the science fiction, definitely check out this book.
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boomersm
5.0 out of 5 stars Very happy.
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020
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Awesome. Exactly what I ordered. Looks like a very interesting read. Love science and love Star Trek so best of both worlds. No complaints.
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Hayley
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a wonderful combination of Star Trek technology and the science that ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2018
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This book is a wonderful combination of Star Trek technology and the science that would be, could be or is behind that technology. Dr. Siegel is passionate and his love for both subjects comes through in this book. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this and pondering what we could do to get to any of the technology of Star Trek. If you enjoy Star Trek and/or science this is a book that you should pick up.
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Angeles Martínez
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buena lectura
Reviewed in Mexico on February 16, 2019
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Muy interesante para leer. Una explicación fácil de entender y entretenida.
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"matracin"
4.0 out of 5 stars It's actually really eye opening to see just how close real science is to recreating - or rather creating for the first time in the real world - the sort of fanciful technology we've come to love in our sci-fi
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2017
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Really interesting book showing an up to date picture of where we are in relation to the established Trek technologies.
Some may think this is just another book talking about the fictional technology within the Star Trek universe. This is not that.
It's actually really eye opening to see just how close real science is to recreating - or rather creating for the first time in the real world - the sort of fanciful technology we've come to love in our sci-fi.
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Harald Winter
5.0 out of 5 stars Schönes Buch mit genial nerdigem Inhalt
Reviewed in Germany on December 30, 2017
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Ein MUSS für Trekkies und Tech-Geeks. In dem Buch werden Errungenschaften von Star Trek mit dem heutigem technischen Wissen verglichen und erklärt. Es gibt wunderbare Grafiken und Tabellen und die Erklärungen, so man der englischen Sprache ausreichend mächtig ist (ich musste ein paar Mal das Wörterbuch bemühen bei den Fachtermini), sind an sich gut formuliert und ohne übermäßig vielen komplizierten Ausdrücken.

Hab es jetzt schon 2x gelesen und bin noch immer begeistert.
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R. Schäfer
3.0 out of 5 stars Na ja - hatte mehr erwartet
Reviewed in Germany on March 25, 2018
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Die Lieferung war wie gewohnt fix, die Verpackung ok. das Englisch in dem Buch ist auch für Ungeübte kein Problem, da es relativ einfach geschrieben ist. Leider werden die physikalischen Zusammenhänge nur angerissen. Das ist OK für absolute Laien, ohne jegliches Physikverständnis. Aber selbst die Dokumentationen in arte, Phönix oder ähnlichen Sendern sind da detailreicher und genauer. Hier wird gerade mal vorsichtig an der Oberfläche gekratzt. Man weiß hinterher nicht mehr als vorher. Ich war nach einigen Kapiteln sehr enttäuscht von dem Buch und habe es nicht weiter gelesen, sondern zurück geschickt. .
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