Certain Quote by Edward Teller
“Really exotic methods of propulsion . . . will have to be devised to get there. How it will be done, I do not know. Whether it will be done, I am not quite certain. But I would bet it can be done.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Scientific Conference on Space Propulsion, 1965
The speaker acknowledges uncertainty about future propulsion methods but expresses confidence that solutions will be found through ingenuity.
In simple terms: We don’t know how yet, but we’ll figure it out.
Believe in human ingenuity to solve tough problems.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- space mission planning
- research funding
- engineering challenges
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources are needed to develop new propulsion?
- How can interdisciplinary collaboration accelerate progress?
Technical feasibility may be limited by resources.