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Papa_Nichols
July 4, 2009, 3:52pm Report to Moderator Report to Moderator
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Nikola Tesla



He died in a motel room; penniless and largely forgotten in 1946, at the age of 86.  

Invented over 100 years ago, his inventions included:
  • AC electricity
    Neon lights
    Radio transmission
    The electric motor
    Remote control
    Hydraulics
    Basic laser and radar technology
    X-rays
    Cellular technology
    Star Wars tactical warfare and space weapons
    Robotics, and much, much more


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Tesla’s greatest invention also became his downfall. He claimed to have invented a way to harness free energy from the voltage difference in the ionosphere that causes lightning, which made him a threat to the world energy economy.

Immediately after his death, most of his inventions were classified for national security reasons by the U.S. government. Many of his discoveries in physics have never been released to the public.

Tesla was a mystic who wrote and recited poetry, and spoke 6 languages.
Yet he battled hallucinogenic episodes daily, and suffered from various compulsions and phobias.
Perhaps a perfect example of how closely related madness and genius can be, if there ever was one.

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And, as far as alternative, clean, sustainable energy is concerned, it may be closer than you think… If you haven’t heard about the Orion Project, check out their website at TheOrionProject.org and see for yourself what the future might hold.  

Tesla would be proud.
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katydid
August 11, 2009, 6:29am Report to Moderator Report to Moderator
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I was a little confused by the title of your post because, although I was a fine arts major (science practically gives me a rash) I at least know his name and that he was a scientist.  My husband's an electrical engineer so maybe that's why our family at least recognizes his name.  I'll be sure to have my kids watch the video, though.  Thanks for posting it.
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lovemylatte
August 11, 2009, 7:40am Report to Moderator Report to Moderator
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Thanks we have been trying to find more info on him.....
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ABQlearningresources
July 8, 2010, 1:37pm Report to Moderator Report to Moderator
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bump  . . .  there is a lot of Tesla talk lately!    Hope you've enjoyed this . . .
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