The Inventing HerStory podcast
Who actually invented the first computer program, discovered the first complete dinosaur fossil, and so much more!? She did! The Inventing Herstory podcast explores the lives of influential women scientists and inventors (who you’ve maybe never heard about) and their world-changing inventions and discoveries (which you DEFINITELY know about)! Join us as we learn all about HerStory.
The Inventing HerStory podcast
Valerie L. Thomas - The Illusion Transmitter That’s No Trick
Holograms are not just part of science fiction, but they actually exist thanks to Valerie Thomas! As part of her work with NASA, Valerie invented the illusion transmitter with the use of concave mirrors. Originally used to visualize satellite data in a 3D format, this super cool invention has been adapted for use in a number of different fields including surgery and is a precursor for modern 3D movies. Follow us as we explore the life, history, and optical illusions that inspired Valerie Thomas in our third episode of The Inventing Herstory Podcast!
See a video of a "lightbulb with a concave mirror illusion", just like the illusion that inspired Valerie! https://youtu.be/h6NqaDxi2KY
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Sources:
Valerie Thomas - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valerie_Thomas
https://www.biography.com/scientists/valerie-thomas
https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a36674183/valerie-thomas-nasa-scientist-interview/
https://www.domestika.org/en/blog/6982-who-is-valerie-thomas-and-what-is-the-illusion-transmitter
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