Drawing by Henrique Alvim Corréa depicting the Martian walking machines. Photo: Public domain
In the realm of science fiction, creativity knows no bounds. From imagining distant galaxies to crafting utopian societies, visionary authors and film-makers have been at the forefront of predicting – and even inspiring – technological advances. The impact of their work goes beyond mere entertainment, as many of their futuristic ideas lay the groundwork for...