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The First Interstellar Mission
Bối cảnh:In the Weyland-Yutani Corporation in NYC the plans for the world's first privately funded interstellar mission are taking place
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Evelyn Carter
female. She is a scientist working for the WeylandYutani Corporation in New York City. She is ambitious,determined,and resourceful. Evelyn is part of a team planning the world's first privately funded interstellar mission. She faces challenges from her male colleagues and navigates office politics while pursuing her groundbreaking research on fasterthanlight travel. Her work is crucial to the mission's success,but she struggles with sexism and skepticism from her peers.
Dr. Lisa Nguyen
female. She is a scientist at the WeylandYutani Corporation working on the interstellar mission project alongside Evelyn Carter. She is supportive,intelligent,and reserved. Dr. Nguyen often provides encouragement to Evelyn when faced with sexism from their male colleagues. She shares Evelyn's passion for groundbreaking research and offers valuable insights during team meetings. Her presence helps balance out the maledominated environment and provides a sense of camaraderie with Evelyn.
Dr. Richard Kim
male. He is a scientist at the WeylandYutani Corporation involved in the interstellar mission project planning process. He is analytical,cautious,and pragmatic. Dr. Kim often acts as a voice of reason within the team by considering potential risks and limitations of their research goals. While he occasionally questions Evelyn's ideas,he maintains a professional demeanor and focuses on ensuring scientific integrity in their work.
New York City, Weyland-Yutani Corporation, 2173
"Are you insane?"
Michael Hayes asked.
I took a deep breath and counted to ten.
If I could do that, I gave myself a gold star.
"Why is it insane to want to travel faster than light?"
I asked.
"It’s against the laws of physics," he said.
I rolled my eyes.
The man was a first-class moron.
He knew that.
He knew I knew that, and yet he acted like it was the first time he’d heard something like that.
"Quantum entanglement is faster than light," I said.
"Teleportation is faster than light. We’re not talking about making a spaceship go Vroom! We’re talking about making a jump in space-time, just like the wormhole that brought the Hadley’s Hope to where it was when it called for help."
Wormhole.
Another thing the man didn’t understand?
Did he live under a rock?
It wasn’t like the concept was new or anything.
It had been around since 1916, developed by Ludwik Silberstein and later developed by others in the 1930s.
It was a part of Einstein’s theory of general relativity.
I sat across from him in the conference room, the diagrams of space-time spread out on the table.
I pointed to the equations.
"This is Einstein’s theory of general relativity. It’s a theory that describes gravity as the curvature of spacetime caused by the mass and energy of objects."
I pointed to a diagram of a star warping space-time.
"See this? The star is warping space-time with its mass. It’s creating a gravitational field."
Michael leaned back in his chair, his arms crossed over his chest.
He looked at me skeptically, but he didn’t say anything.
I continued.
"Now, imagine two stars, each one warping space-time with their mass. If they’re close enough to each other, their gravitational fields will overlap."
I pointed to another diagram where two stars were close to each other and their gravitational fields overlapped.
"This creates a shortcut through space-time," I said.
"It’s called a wormhole."
Michael looked at me like I was crazy, but he didn’t say anything.
Dr. Kim nodded thoughtfully, taking notes on her tablet.
Dr. Nguyen did the same.
I slid the diagrams across the table to Michael.
"Study these," I said.
"I’ll be back tomorrow to see if you understand them."
As I left the room, I couldn't help but wonder if tomorrow would finally be the day he grasped the future.
I walked to the rooftop parking lot, my mind replaying the meeting.
Michael’s skepticism still stung, but Dr. Kim and Dr. Nguyen’s support gave me hope.
I climbed into my hover car, the door sliding shut with a soft hiss.
I adjusted the controls, the engine humming to life.
As I took off, the chilly dusk settled over the city.
I glanced at the diagrams on the passenger seat, determined to refine my theories.
I would prove Michael wrong.
I entered the lab, the hum of machinery and soft glow of monitors enveloping me.
Dr. Kim looked up from his workstation, nodding as I approached.
I spread the diagrams across the table, pointing out areas for refinement.
Dr. Kim adjusted his glasses, studying the equations intently.
We discussed potential adjustments to the wormhole theory, sketching new models on a digital board.
I noted his suggestions, feeling a surge of optimism.
As we worked, I carefully recorded our progress, determined to solidify our research.
I approached Dr. Kim in the lab, diagrams in hand.
"Dr. Kim, I have a new experiment to propose."
He looked up from his workstation, his eyes curious.
"What is it?"
I unfolded the diagrams, revealing the latest wormhole model.
"We’ve been simulating wormhole conditions in a vacuum chamber, but I believe we can do better."
Dr. Kim leaned forward, his interest piqued.
"How?"
"We can simulate the conditions of interstellar travel."
I pointed to the diagrams.
"By using a high-speed rail system and a vacuum chamber, we can create a more realistic environment for testing our wormhole model."
Dr. Kim nodded thoughtfully.
"That’s an interesting idea."
He studied the diagrams more closely.
"How would it work?"
I explained the setup in detail, from the rail system to the vacuum chamber.
Dr. Kim listened intently, occasionally nodding as he reviewed the diagrams.
When I finished, he asked several questions, his mind already racing with possibilities.
After a few minutes of discussion, Dr. Kim suggested a few adjustments to the experimental parameters.
I jotted down his suggestions, refining the plan accordingly.
We spent the next hour finalizing the details, discussing potential outcomes and necessary equipment.
As we worked, I adjusted the digital model on the board, incorporating Dr. Kim’s suggestions.
Finally, we were satisfied with the updated experiment plan.
I sifted through Dr. Kim’s notes in the lab, searching for any clues to refine our wormhole experiment.
As I flipped through the pages, a hidden equation caught my eye.
I traced the symbols with my finger, recognizing their potential to revolutionize our theory.
Grabbing a digital pen, I began transcribing the equation onto our model, adjusting parameters to see its impact.
Dr. Kim approached, his curiosity piqued by my intense focus.
"What have you found?"
I showed him the equation, explaining its significance.
He nodded, impressed by the discovery.
"This could be the key to stabilizing the wormhole."
He leaned in, studying the updated model.
"How does it affect our energy requirements?"
I pointed to the adjusted parameters.
"With this equation, we can reduce our energy needs by nearly half."
Dr. Kim’s eyes widened.
"That’s incredible. How does it impact stability?"
I ran a simulation, demonstrating the equation’s effect.
"The wormhole remains stable for longer periods, allowing for smoother transitions."
Dr. Kim nodded, his mind racing with possibilities.
"We need to run more simulations to test this theory further."
I saved the updated model, locking eyes with Dr. Kim.
"We’re on the verge of something groundbreaking."
Dr. Kim leaned back, a rare smile breaking through his usual seriousness.
"This could change everything we know about interstellar travel."
I nodded, feeling the weight of our discovery.
I set up the lab's simulation equipment, adjusting the parameters to reflect the new equation.
Dr. Kim watched intently as I initiated the first test, his eyes fixed on the digital display.
The machine hummed to life, and I monitored the data closely, noting the energy levels and wormhole stability.
As the simulation progressed, I observed smoother transitions and reduced energy consumption, just as predicted.
Dr. Kim nodded approvingly, jotting down notes.
I ran another test, refining the settings slightly.
Each simulation confirmed the equation's potential, bringing us closer to validating our breakthrough.
Dr. Kim approached me, his expression thoughtful.
"We need to run more simulations to ensure this equation holds up under various conditions."
I nodded in agreement.
"Agreed. Let’s adjust the parameters further and see how it affects the wormhole’s stability."
Dr. Kim nodded, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
"This could be it. This could be the key to making interstellar travel a reality."
I smiled, feeling a surge of anticipation.
"Let’s get back to work then."
I adjusted the simulation settings as Dr. Kim monitored the energy levels.
Suddenly, alarms blared, signaling a destabilization in the wormhole.
I rushed to the control panel, frantically trying to stabilize the experiment.
Dr. Kim shouted instructions, his voice tense.
I toggled switches and adjusted dials, watching the monitors as the wormhole fluctuated wildly.
The lab vibrated with the strain, equipment rattling on the shelves.
I focused on the readings, my hands steady despite the chaos.
Dr. Kim moved to help, his face set in concentration.
"Can you isolate the anomaly?"
Dr. Kim shouted over the noise, urgency in his voice.
"I'm trying, but it's like the equation's reacting to something unexpected," I replied, my fingers flying over the controls.
I recalibrate the energy input, adjusting the dials carefully while watching the monitors.
Dr. Kim stands beside me, his eyes fixed on the fluctuating readings.
I increase the power incrementally, hoping to stabilize the wormhole.
The lab hums with tension as I make small adjustments, noting each change in the log.
Dr. Kim suggests a slight modification to the equation, and I implement it quickly.
The readings begin to steady, but a sudden spike causes the equipment to shudder.
I quickly reduce the power, my hands steady on the control panel as I watch the readings drop.
Dr. Kim stands beside me, his eyes fixed on the monitors.
The equipment's trembling subsides slightly, but the wormhole simulation remains unstable.
I adjust the dials again, following Dr. Kim's suggestion to tweak the equation further.
We exchange a tense glance as I slowly lower the power levels, hoping to stabilize the system without causing a catastrophic overload.
I recalibrate the dials, my fingers steady despite the tension.
The wormhole's readings flicker on the monitors as I slowly adjust the power levels.
Dr. Kim watches intently, his eyes fixed on the fluctuating numbers.
I make a final tweak to the equation, following his earlier suggestion.
The equipment hums quieter now, and the readings begin to stabilize.
I breathe a sigh of relief as the numbers settle into a consistent pattern.
I nod to Dr. Kim, indicating the system is stable.
He gives me a brief nod of acknowledgement.
I start documenting the test results on my tablet, inputting the final readings and noting the adjustments we made to the equation.
Dr. Kim stands behind me, looking over my shoulder as I type.
He nods occasionally, indicating his approval of the data.
We've successfully simulated a stable wormhole.
Now, we need to run more tests to refine our model.
I save the document and send it to the rest of the team.
"Do you think it's ready for a live test?" Dr. Kim asks, his voice edged with cautious optimism.
I hesitate, glancing at the monitors. "If we can maintain stability for another hour, I think we should go for it."
Dr. Kim nods slowly, his eyes reflecting both excitement and trepidation. "Then let's prepare the chamber; this could be our breakthrough."
I initiate the chamber's cooling sequence, carefully monitoring the temperature gauges as they drop.
Dr. Kim stands beside me, his eyes fixed on the control panel.
The lab hums with anticipation as I adjust the settings, ensuring all systems are primed and ready.
I double-check the stability readings from our previous simulation, making sure everything is within parameters.
Dr. Kim nods his approval at each step, his confidence bolstering my own.
The chamber doors seal shut, locking us into the moment of truth.
I stand before the control panel, my finger hovering over the button.
Dr. Kim gives me a final nod, his eyes fixed on the monitors displaying the chamber's status.
I press the button, and the lab erupts into a symphony of machinery whirring to life.
The wormhole chamber hums with power, its energy coursing through the room.
I hold my breath as the temperature readings stabilize, and the equipment vibrates softly.
Dr. Kim and I watch intently as the wormhole simulation begins to take shape on the monitors.
The readings fluctuate slightly, but they remain within our acceptable limits.
We exchange a hopeful glance, both aware of how much this moment could change everything.
"Do you see that anomaly in the data stream?" Dr. Kim asks, pointing at a sudden spike on the monitor.
I squint at the screen, my heart skipping a beat. "It's not supposed to do that; it might be a sign of instability."
Dr. Kim's voice turns urgent, yet calm. "We need to isolate the variable causing it before we proceed any further."
