For Lilian and the Indigos - Above Top Secret

HYPERSPACE
The beginning of this reply is text taken from the NASA BPP website which expresses
their concerns with people like me. My reply follows.
Exploring the edge of knowledge for profound discoveries evokes special
challenges. In addition to the normal challenges of scientific research, i.e.,
figuring out how nature truly works – the provocative character of grand
challenges can encumber such research. First, by pursuing truly profound
improvements in the human condition, the stakes are higher and accordingly
emotions run higher. Second, by operating on the genuine edge of knowledge,
instead of exploring routine refinements of established knowledge, one encounters
controversial ideas. This combination of heightened emotions and controversy can
taint the productive discourse of scientific study. A typical example is how both
skeptics and optimists can sometimes jump to conflicting conclusions and, in their
zeal, fail to communicate in the dispassionate and impartial style needed to
rigorously identify, test, and resolve the real issues.
Ironically, most of the difficulty encountered by the BPP Project has come from
unofficial proponents, rather than from skeptics. Virtually all the skeptics have
been constructive. Most skeptics have clearly identified issues and unsolved
physics that present challenges for discovering propulsion breakthroughs. By
identifying such specifics, research objectives are defined and refined.
The bulk of difficulties have come from enthusiasts whose well-meaning actions
have actually impeded progress. Because such problems are increasing, this
section has been added to the public web site to explicitly address this challenge.
It is hoped, by explaining this situation, that those interested in this Project will
better understand the impact of their actions. Below, links are provided to short
descriptions of the most common, recurring events that impede progress. Where
appropriate, examples are given to help readers appreciate the difficulties. And
finally, guidance is provided for more constructive actions.
SPECIAL CHALLENGES
--- Excerpts from the "Lunatic Fringe" and hopeless amateurs --- (idea
submissions displaying delusions of grandeur or paranoia, 9% of emails to NASA
BPP)
- STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION -
These samples are offered to illustrate one of the disappointing types of
correspondences frequently received by the BPP Project. Although these offerings
can seem entertaining at first, they become taxing after receiving dozens of them.