Imperial Earth by Arthur C. Clarke:
Science Fiction Inventions, Technology and Ideas

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Asymptotic Drive
A propulsion drive that used a tiny black hole to generate energy.

Automatic Control Car
An autonomous vehicle.

Comsole (Home Communications Console)
A home computer, connected to data services.

Keyboard With Changing Keys
A computer keyboard with keys faced with little displays, so the label could change based on the application or language.

Minisec
A device like a personal digital assistant (PDA) today.

 

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