Beyond Tomorrow - A Look at 2050 A.D.
Abstract
In this paper the author projects key trends in energy-source development and environmental concerns toward 2050 A.D. Also projected are trends in political, economic, and environmental interdependence and technological advances in materials composition, biotechnology, superconductivity and information processing. By 2050 A.D. abundant energy should be available from nuclear fusion and fission, hydrogen, solar, hydroelectric, geothermal and possibly other new sources to easily meet the world's needs. Technology will radically alter man-machine interfaces, our concept of work place, and the command and control of military forces. Decisions in three areas primarily will determine what kind of world we will live in by 2050 A.D. The first is space exploration and utilization because a strong commitment here will drive science and technological innovation and maintain U. S. prominence technologically and militarily. The second is our determination to pursue world-wide free trade since that will significantly affect economic development in all nations. The third is how mankind addresses the ethical and moral implications of possible change offered by genetic engineering and medical science. Future, forecasting, predictions, future Army.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA251159
Entities
People
- Harlan A. Lawson
Organizations
- United States Army War College