When it comes to anime and manga, creativity can be endless. It's up to the writers to tap into the hidden depths of their minds and make the impossible possible — at least in fiction. It's those who create these out-of-the-ordinary worlds, scenes, and inventions that make people wonder about all the possibilities.
Due to their creativity and imagination, there are several authors who've devised inventions within anime series that would be incredible to have in the real world. These inventions would make a real positive impact on the world if they were ever to be recreated in real life.
10 NerveGear Could Grant Someone Their Last Wish (Sword Art Online)
NerveGear is a helmet-like device crucial to the storyline of Sword Art Online. This helmet can access the human brain, sending signals that prompt each of a person’s five senses. As NerveGear can access the brain itself, it can also stop someone from moving in real life while the wearer is in Full Dive.
Even though this device was created and used with bad intentions, its real-world applications could be incredible, especially for those wishing to improve their quality of life. As someone’s last wish before passing away, what if they had the chance to do something they’ve never done before but yearned to do? They could visit the temples in Greece or tour the Louvre in Paris. NerveGear could help someone find happiness and fulfillment in their last moments of life.
9 Automail Gives People A Second Chance At Life (Fullmetal Alchemist)
In Fullmetal Alchemist, Edward Elric is just one of the many people who have automail, or bionic limbs, courtesy of his childhood friend, Winry. These are armored prostheses, more versatile than a normal prosthesis, that help amputees regain lost limbs. One of the very cool things about automail is that it's linked to the nervous system, which means that the automail can be moved naturally as if it was an organic part of the body.
This could make a world of difference in real life for those who were born with birth defects or those who've lost limbs due to accidents or injuries. Automail could help improve the quality of life for so many people.
8 Holographic Clothing Would Greatly Reduce Clothing And Textile Waste (Psycho-Pass)
Holograms are used in almost every aspect of a person's life in Psycho-Pass due to their ease of use, simplicity, and overall benefits. With the use of a holo, a person can change their outfit almost instantly, amending the pattern, style, type, and even the material of their clothing.
An invention like this could drastically change the world. A holo capable of altering the appearance of clothing would greatly reduce the amount of clothing waste that people produce per year. In addition, it would reduce the waste produced by textile companies.
7 MicroMachines Can Solve Food Scarcity Around The World (Ghost In The Shell)
Even though there are many incredible inventions in the world of Ghost in the Shell, one in particular would be a real game-changer if it existed in the real world. MicroMachines were used throughout the series to create food and cybernetics due to the advanced nanotechnology inside of them.
This invention could help reduce food-related problems like food waste or food shortage. It could even be used to create crops capable of surviving in the harshest of environments. MicroMachines could put an end to world hunger, making a huge impact on the world.
6 Hoi-Poi Capsules Could Benefit Countries In Need And Be Used For Disaster Relief (Dragon Ball)
Hui-Poi Capsules, or Capsules as they’re more commonly called in Dragon Ball, are small, easily portable devices that hold inorganic objects. Created by Dr. Brief, Bulma's father, these objects can be anything from houses to cars to electronics and they’re used by nearly everyone on Earth.
These Capsules could make a real positive impact in our world. Houses, appliances, buildings, electronics, cars, and boats could be shipped easily and conveniently around the world to developing countries, or any place in need. They would also be incredibly beneficial in providing supplies for disaster relief.
5 A.I. Helpers Give Families An Extra Helping Hand So That They Can Spend More Quality Time Together (Psycho-Pass)
A.I. helpers are quite popular in the Psycho-Pass universe, as they can perform many duties for their owners with little to no guidance. This means that people are able to go about their busy lives without worrying about everyday things.
With so many people today working multiple jobs just to get by, many of them don’t have time to cook well-balanced meals, clean, or organize their households. Having these helpers would mean that everyone’s quality of life and home lives would improve, and families will be able to spend more quality time together.
4 Wam Provides An Infinite Source Of Clean Energy (KADO: The Right Answer)
Wam are a device used in KADO: The Right Answer that can be used as an energy source that never dies, capable of powering anything. Each one is an infinite battery of clean energy.
Having an infinite source of clean energy would improve not only the lives of individuals, but also the entire world. There would be no need for disposable or rechargeable batteries, waste would be cut down, and the environment and air quality would improve as cars, planes, and other transportation modes wouldn’t need fossil fuels to run.
3 The Eden Of The East System Could Help Identify The Unknown (Eden Of The East)
The Eden of the East System is a highly advanced image recognition system. It was originally developed to help with recycling objects, but it was further developed and advanced as time progressed.
A system like this would work wonders in today’s world. It too could help organize compostable and recyclable items, but it could also be used to determine the species of a flower, what a restaurant's menu is, or even be used as an advanced form of facial recognition software for the police, hospitals, or, sadly, morgues.
2 The Gundam Nucleus Drive Can Eliminate Carbon Emissions (Gundam 00)
The Gundam Nucleus Drive, or GN Drive, is a powerful solar energy-based system capable of fueling incredible pieces of technology, devices, and mobile Gundam suits. So long as the device isn’t pushed past its limits, it will provide an infinite source of energy.
Much like the Wam device, having an infinite source of energy like this would reduce battery waste, provide cleaner energy, and gradually eliminate carbon emissions. It could also be beneficial for developing countries with limited resources, all of which would be incredibly helpful for the world and the environment.
1 Memory Storage Could Be Used To Solve Crimes Or Relive Historical Events (Mardock Scramble)
The theory of memory storage has become quite popular in science fiction anime, in addition to movies and TV shows like Altered Carbon. Even though such technology has been abused in many sci-fi universes, it could be incredibly beneficial in today’s society.
Memories stored by the dead or those in a coma could be accessed in order to solve crimes or testify against criminals. It could also be used to help further society's progression, or allow people to relive firsthand accounts of events throughout history, helping to confirm or deny events.