The study was conducted by a physician in physics and a senior researcher at the University of Alabama. Applied Physics As Jared Fuchs suggests, there is a significant shift in the discourse surrounding warp drives, showing that they cannot be relegated solely to science fiction.

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The work is based on the concept of a “warp bubble”, a theoretical structure that will protect passengers from the effects of space-time distortion and gravitational forces.

According to Applied Physics, this bubble operates within the limits of established physics, enabling what they call a “constant-speed sublight warp drive.” This theoretical framework provides the potential to reach speeds close to the speed of light without violating Einstein’s theory of relativity.

Additionally, researchers claim that: Overcome the main obstacle in the warp drive theory: the requirement for “exotic matter” or “negative matter” to power such a propulsion system. While the concept still requires a significant amount of energy, the research suggests that exotic matter may not be a prerequisite for achieving the distortion effect.

Despite these promising results, Applied Physics CEO Gianni Martire cautioned against premature excitement, acknowledging that practical interstellar travel remains a remote possibility. The theoretical foundations outlined in the study are the first step on the difficult path to realizing the potential of warp engines for interstellar research.