Drag Coefficient

What the heck is drag coefficient? Well, it's complicated. And I sure as heck am not going to give it justice here. If you really want to know what it is, start with taking a physics class from a real teacher. 

But, seriously, I hope you enjoyed this episode. I enjoyed recording it. 

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Dungeons and Dragons with Danny

Talking d&d with the DM. Danny found some Covid time fun playing d&d. I started shortly after that. 

In this episode we talk the campaigns we’ve played together, personalities, and character development. 

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Artificial Intelligence and Supercomputers

AI chatbots and image generators have made a huge impact on me and how I use the internet. My curiosity takes me to this question: how will AI be impacted with the continued advancement of computing, specifically super computers and the supposed discovery of room-temerature superconductors. 

Enjoy! :)

Here's the world AI created when I asked what this future may look like: 

In a world where room temperature superconductors have been unlocked, the fabric of human existence unfurls into an astonishing tapestry of innovation and possibility. Imagine a morning where your alarm clock, powered by a minuscule superconductor, springs to life without drawing a hint of energy from the grid. As you step out of your home, the sidewalks hum with hidden conduits of energy, transmitting power effortlessly without losses. Electric vehicles glide silently along roads, their batteries charging with unparalleled efficiency from ubiquitous charging points.

A stroll through a cityscape reveals a transformation that seems plucked from a sci-fi novel. Skyscrapers reach for the heavens, their designs limited only by imagination, as the ease of energy distribution allows for daring architectural feats. Massive vertical farms flourish within these structures, facilitated by controlled environments made possible through superconductor-enhanced cooling systems.

Vast research complexes, powered by superconducting grids, unlock the secrets of the universe at a pace never before witnessed. The evolution of supercomputers, now interconnected through a seamless web of superconducting data highways, propels artificial intelligence to dazzling heights. Complex simulations unfold in real-time, aiding in drug discovery, climate modeling, and even predicting natural disasters with unprecedented accuracy.

The fusion of AI and supercomputing drives medical breakthroughs that rewrite the possibilities of healthcare. Customized treatments, tailored to an individual's genetic makeup, are devised within hours, thanks to lightning-fast AI-assisted analyses of medical records and molecular data.

In this transformed world, energy poverty becomes a relic of the past. Remote villages and sprawling cities alike bask in the glow of energy equality, as superconductive power grids bring light, communication, and education to even the farthest corners of the globe.

Yet, amidst the marvels, a chorus of ethical questions arises. The symbiotic dance of AI and supercomputing challenges societal norms. Discussions on data privacy, AI ethics, and the preservation of human agency become central to public discourse. The duality of progress unfolds, with both utopian visions and unforeseen consequences intertwined.

In this imaginative tapestry woven from the threads of superconductors, AI, and boundless innovation, the essence of humanity's journey remains. The power to mold the future rests in the hands of those who navigate this new frontier with wisdom, responsibility, and a determination to preserve the human spirit amid the sea of limitless potential. 

image created by bing; 

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Magic

 Continuing on with my question--what sparked your curiosity as a child? I had the pleasure of having my good buddy Sean on the podcast. We talked magic, the movie Hook, Calvin and Hobbs, art, board games, and Dungeons and Dragons. 

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Childlike Curiosity

 Where's our curiosity gone? There are times now where I feel as though it's gone. Survival has taken front and center. Casual curiosity has taken a back seat. This episode is an effort to change that--at least for today. 

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Human Populations

Since I was a boy, I was fascinated with populations of cities. I started with wondering what the population was in the city I lived, Santa Fe. Then I moved outward to my state, to the largest cities in my state. My journey took me to the largest cities in the USA--New York City, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles. 

The populations of cities can be really boring on the surface, but once your imagination takes over, you start to wonder what life is like in those cities. You wonder what the architecture is like, the food, the people, the smells. It can really be a great journey. So, in this one I found myself rambling off numbers of populations, but I challenge you to picture yourself in those cities, being just one of those people in that number. 

I hope you enjoy!

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New York City, 4th Ave and 7th St. Image credit, Lorenzo Dominguez 

Sources: 

earth's population

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_largest_cities

https://www.newmexico-demographics.com/cities_by_population

population of new mexco

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albuquerque_metropolitan_area

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_cities_by_population

Solar Energy

I've wanted to know more about how solar panels work for a while. In this episode I explore the basics of a very complicated process. There's a lot more to explore within solar, but what I've found is that solar can for sure be a very effective supplemental power source. 

I hope you enjoy this episode, I enjoyed making it!

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Image Credit:
NASA/SDO

Sources: 

https://solect.com/the-science-of-solar-how-solar-panels-work/#:~:text=Sunlight%20hits%20the%20solar%20panels,is%20used%20to%20power%20buildings.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_energy

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photovoltaics

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photodetector

https://www.greenmatch.co.uk/blog/2014/11/how-efficient-are-solar-panels

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivanpah_Solar_Power_Facility

https://affordable-solar.com/brittonsolar/

https://www.consumeraffairs.com/solar-energy/solar-vs-fossil-fuels.html