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The Skeptics Guide #1047 - Aug 2 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Revolutionizing Geothermal Energy Extraction

This chapter explores groundbreaking advancements in geothermal energy drilling, particularly focusing on the use of gyrotron technology to vaporize rock and enable deep drilling. It discusses the vast potential of geothermal resources and the challenges associated with scaling these innovative methods for practical applications. Additionally, the chapter touches on the potential uses of gyrotron technology as a non-lethal crowd control weapon and its implications in various environments.

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