Achievements that still amaze: guest reviews of the Hall of Inventions
Visitors to
the National Centre RUSSIA continue to warmly review not only the exposition as
a whole but also their experiences in specific halls. The Hall of Inventions,
in particular, evokes special admiration, showcasing the major scientific and
technological achievements of Russia and the world "predicted" by
science fiction writers in their works.
"Interesting
achievements that still amaze," noted Nina, a visitor from the Kaluga
region.
Designed in
the spirit of retrofuturism, the Hall of Inventions at the National Centre
RUSSIA resembles a late XIX-century scientist-inventor’s laboratory, immersing
guests in the history of bringing to life the bold ideas of science fiction
writers. These ideas might have remained unrealized if not for the talent of
brilliant scientists and inventors.
"The
Hall of Inventions perfectly complemented my understanding of the legacy of our
scientists," said Tatyana Kuznetsova, who visited the National Centre
during the New Year holidays.
The
exposition showcases the greatest inventions of our compatriots, spanning from
1650 to the present day.
"Surprisingly,
after living on this earth for several decades, I discovered new pages of
history at the exposition," admitted Anna Yemelyanova from Pushkino in the
Moscow region.
The
exposition also provides an opportunity to trace the literary works that
inspired scientists. For example, the idea for the "Vostok" launch
vehicle, which ushered in the era of manned space exploration, was conceived by
one of the precursors of science fiction, Cyrano de Bergerac, nearly 300 years
before its first launch. Similarly, the invention of something akin to an
exoskeleton was predicted in 1957 by Ivan Yefremov in his work "Andromeda
Nebula."
"I
really liked it here, and soon I'll definitely come up with my own
invention," promised young guest Sofia from Sochi, inspired by the
exposition.
In addition
to technological novelties, the Hall of Inventions features items like an
aerosol fabric spray can and even mobile phones, which were predicted in 1978
by Kir Bulychev in his science fiction novella "A Hundred Years
Ahead."
Visitors
can leave feedback about the Hall of Inventions and other expositions of the
National Centre RUSSIA in a special book located on-site. We welcome guests
every day from 10:00 to 20:00, except Mondays.
