Kisak, thank you so much for the wonderful notes on Damascus, and for the references.....now there's something I can understand!
You guys are completely incredible here, I had no idea there was so much knowledge on all this metallurgy etc out there, let alone the astounding knowledge of physics and dynamics. I have never been able to comprehend science fiction, nor in general fiction, being too much a historian I guess. I have always admired those who could 'let go' and wander into worlds far beyond the limitations of our own known world.
Its truly enjoyable watching the discussion here, great fun guys!!!
It would seem our forum has reached dimensions far beyond the scope we imagined.
All very best regards,
Jim