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Taylor Swift endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidential election in September 2024, citing concerns over AI-generated misinformation. This move was in response to AI-created images falsely depicting her support for Donald Trump. Swift emphasized the importance of transparency and truth to combat such misinformation.  

Entangled in Risk: Navigating the Ethical Frontier of AI guides readers through the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, focusing on its profound ethical implications. Drawing on real-world case studies, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of both the benefits and the risks associated with the latest AI systems and humanoid robots. Each chapter delves into key issues, from bias and privacy concerns to the societal impact of AI, presenting the reader with thoughtful recommendations on mitigating these risks in the future.

The book provides an in-depth exploration of how AI systems are shaping public perception, decision-making, and even the future of work. Through compelling case studies, it highlights the ethical dilemmas posed by AI's potential to perpetuate discrimination, manipulate social information, and influence industries from law enforcement to creative sectors. The author's engineering background offers a technical viewpoint that helps readers understand the complex issues surrounding AI-driven systems and consider their broad impact on society.

Entangled in Risk is a forward-thinking guide that offers practical strategies for navigating the complex ethical terrain of AI. Readers will walk away with a deeper understanding of not only the challenges we face but also the pathways to developing responsible AI technologies that prioritize transparency, accountability, and human well-being. Whether you're a technologist, policymaker, or just curious about AI's future, this book is an essential resource for understanding and confronting the ethical challenges that lie ahead.

The Future of Energy is Here! Are We Ready?

Human civilization stands at a defining moment. For centuries, fossil fuels: coal, oil, and natural gas, have fueled industry, shaped economies, and driven unprecedented technological progress. But this dependence has come at a cost. As these finite resources dwindle and the climate crisis accelerates, the true price of our energy choices is becoming impossible to ignore. The energy landscape is shifting, and the world faces a pivotal question: how do we transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future before it's too late?

In The Renewable Future – Clean and Economical, engineer and renewable energy expert Robert Wagoner takes readers on an in-depth exploration of wind and solar energy, two of the most powerful solutions to our growing energy crisis. From towering wind turbines that harness the kinetic energy of the atmosphere to cutting-edge solar panels converting sunlight into electricity, these technologies promise abundant, clean power. But are they enough? This book provides a comprehensive look at the opportunities and challenges that come with renewables, from intermittency issues and energy storage breakthroughs to the modernization of our aging electrical grid. We dive into the critical role of advanced battery technology, alternative storage methods like pumped hydro and green hydrogen, and the economic forces driving down the cost of renewables.

Beyond technology, The Renewable Future - Clean and Economical examines the broader transformation required to make renewable energy the backbone of our global power supply. What policies are needed to accelerate adoption? How do we address public concerns about wind turbine landscapes, solar farm land use, and grid reliability? And what emerging alternatives, such as geothermal, wave energy, and next-generation nuclear, could complement wind and solar in our clean energy future? Packed with expert insights, real-world case studies, and an honest assessment of both benefits and limitations, this book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand and support the transition to a sustainable energy future. The momentum is building! Will we seize the moment?

Are we alone in the universe? For centuries, this question has sparked curiosity, inspired stories, and driven incredible discoveries. The Search For Life Beyond Earth takes you on an exciting journey to explore the possibility of life beyond Earth. From ancient myths to cutting-edge science, we’ll uncover clues about extraterrestrial life and what it could mean for us.

Delve into fascinating accounts of UFO sightings and government investigations, including high-profile cases like the Nimitz encounter and U.S. Navy videos. Discover the hunt for advanced alien civilizations through technological signatures like Dyson spheres. Explore Earth-like planets, the resilient life forms thriving in extreme environments, and the intriguing possibility that life on Earth originated from space.

This book also unpacks the biggest mysteries of life itself. Learn how the building blocks of RNA and DNA could have formed, the role of the Sun as life’s ultimate energy source, and theories like panspermia that suggest life might be a cosmic phenomenon. Through the Drake Equation and the Fermi Paradox, we’ll tackle the science of why intelligent life hasn’t been found - yet.

More than a book about science, The Search For Life Beyond Earth is an exploration of imagination, discovery, and humanity’s place in the universe. What happens if we make contact with intelligent life? How will it change us? Are we really alone, or is something incredible waiting to be found? This is your guide to one of life’s greatest mysteries.

Neil deGrasse Tyson, Stephen Hawking, and many physicists  have explored the fascinating possibilities of alternate universes, hidden dimensions, string theory, and the multiverse, revealing groundbreaking insights that challenge our understanding of reality. 

Is There a Replica of Me in an Alternate Universe? explores the multiverse hypothesis by reviewing its theoretical foundations, evidence, and challenges, ultimately proposing a quantum theory-based argument to disprove the existence of exact copies of ourselves in alternate universes.  Wagoner investigates the idea of the multiverse, which suggests that there might be many universes beyond our own, a concept important in areas like cosmology, quantum mechanics, and physics. The first part explains the different types of multiverses, where the idea comes from, and evidence that supports it. The second part looks at major problems with the multiverse idea. In the final part, the author uses proven ideas from quantum theory to propose a hypothesis to argue against the possibility of an identical version of ourselves existing in another universe. 

Turbocharging Normally Aspirated Engines on a Budget is a clear and detailed book that explains a method to turbocharge any engine - so the average gearhead can design a system that will be both reliable and low cost at the same time. This book explains how to make custom turbocharger installations for any car, not bolt-on kits. Includes Toyota, GM, Dodge, and Mazda examples, tested and proven by Autocross racing experience, which can be copied directly or used as a roadmap to turbocharge other engines. Topics include eliminating spark knock, calculating horsepower, selecting turbocharger, CE (Compressor Efficiency), MAP, MAF, fuel injectors, upgrading the fuel system, intercoolers, and more.  Includes detailed wiring diagrams, graphs, tables, formulas, and plenty of photographs.  A "How-To" style book.  

High Performance Fieros provides detailed guidance on improving handling by incorporating insights from years of Autocross racing experience, covering essential topics such as optimizing wheel alignment, reducing bump steer, selecting the right tires, using solid mounts, managing vehicle weight, and other performance-enhancing adjustments.  It also describes detailed engine upgrades, including a 3.4L V6 swap, turbocharging, a 5.7L V8 swap, and adding nitrous oxide injection. Topics include eliminating spark knock, calculating horsepower, selecting turbocharger, CE (Compressor Efficiency), MAP sensors, fuel injectors, upgrading fuel system, custom headers, improving airflow, VE (Volumetric Efficiency), and many, many others. Includes detailed wiring diagrams, graphs, tables, weights, formulas, dyno test results, and plenty of photographs. A "How-To" style book.  

I am  always working on new books in my areas of current interest. Without giving away too many spoilers, I'll just say the topics include Miata ND Performance Enhancements,  Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence, science, electronics, quantum physics, computers, automobile engines, and of course, new technology! Stay tuned!