# Dyson spheres and the quest to detect alien technosignatures

- Link: https://www.widthness.com/dyson-spheres-and-the-quest-to-detect-alien-technosignatures/
- Published: 2023-12-17T09:45:56-06:00
- Author: Curated by Theresa Wysocki

Image: Dyson sphere. Image Credit: Aicrovision / Adobe Stock. Article by Adam Frank. Big Think – December 15, 2023.  Key Takeaways The concept of a Dyson sphere, envisioned by physicist Freeman Dyson, addresses how advanced civilizations might harness the immense energy of their stars. A Dyson sphere, theoretically a vast shell enclosing a star, could capture all its energy, but practical considerations have led to the concept of a “Dyson swarm” of orbiting energy-collecting devices as a more feasible alternative. […] Click here to view original web page at bigthink.com