Re: Dr Bussard's research

Alex Terrell wrote:

I get the impression you are a sceptic on many things. No doubt you're
right most of the time but Bussard (and Los Alamos, from previous
posting on Phobos) are not your usual "mad scientist claims end to
world hunger" story creators.

Bussard has a track record of over-optimism.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riggatron

And skepticism is a *good* position to take, Alex, given how things
usually end up. Sturgeon was also an optimist, you know.

Paul
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