PBS Space Time - S2016E33: Should We Build a Dyson Sphere?

Name: Should We Build a Dyson Sphere?
Genre: Documentary, Talk
Released: 2016-08-24

Aug 24, 2016Documentary, TalkSeason 2016, Episode 33

The Kepler telescope recently noticed a strange partial eclipse that some have speculated could be a Dyson Sphere. Are Dyson Sphere's possible? Are they practical? What other alternatives to futuristic energy capture do we have to choose from? Why not a kugelblitz - a swarm of black hole powered engines?

Cast: Matthew O’Dowd

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PBS Space Time S2016E33 Synopsis

Stream PBS Space Time "Should We Build a Dyson Sphere?" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2016-08-24, this episode is part of Season 2016 of PBS Space Time. Featuring performances from Matthew O’Dowd among the cast. With a runtime of 15m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary and Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. The Kepler telescope recently noticed a strange partial eclipse that some have speculated could be a Dyson Sphere. Are Dyson Sphere's possible? Are they practical? What other alternatives to futuristic energy capture do we have to choose from? Why no...