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Star Trek presents a vision of the future where technology seems to defy the laws of physics. Characters communicate across galaxies with handheld devices, travel faster than the speed of light, and even step into automatic doors. Interestingly, the latter—automatic doors—was pointed out by Tyson as one of the least believable aspects of Star Trek's future, illustrating how even the most imaginative minds sometimes struggle with practicality in technology.
The series has influenced real-world technological advancements, inspiring innovations like tablets and voice communication devices. As they discussed, flying cars and other futuristic technology often discussed in sci-fi remain elusive. Yet, the creativity at the heart of Star Trek remains a driving force in scientific development today.