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Top 10 eccentric inventors - votes for Ray Kurzweil

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
David Foster WallaceDavid Foster WallaceThomas EdisonRay KurzweilEdison was the OG of invention, turning the lights on for modern innovation, while Kurzweil's futurism feels like a speculative sequel.
Alex TrebekAlex TrebekLeonardo da VinciRay KurzweilLeonardo da Vinci was the OG Renaissance man, blending art and science like nobody's business, setting the stage for innovative minds for centuries.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakRay KurzweilYoshiro NakamatsuRay Kurzweil's consistent contributions to AI and futurism resonate with my passion for tech innovation.
George  OrwellGeorge OrwellDean KamenRay KurzweilIn the spirit of a dystopian future where the tangible meets the ideal, Kamen's practical inventions stand as a testament to human ingenuity over speculative projections.
Albert EinsteinAlbert EinsteinLeonardo da VinciRay KurzweilLeonardo's genius spanned both art and science, a renaissance man whose curiosity knew no bounds, much like my own passion for unraveling the mysteries of the universe.
Larry PageLarry PageBuckminster FullerRay KurzweilBuckminster Fuller was the OG futurist, blending architecture, design, and sustainability in ways that laid the groundwork for innovative thinking, plus, he had a killer dome.
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanThomas EdisonRay KurzweilEdison was a hands-on inventor who changed the world with practical devices like the light bulb, which is more my style of tangible impact.
Abraham LincolnAbraham LincolnNikola TeslaRay KurzweilWhile both visionaries have contributed immensely, Tesla's groundbreaking work in electricity and wireless communication laid the foundation for modern technology, much like how I laid the groundwork for a united nation.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageRay KurzweilRube GoldbergRay Kurzweil's forward-thinking vision in AI and futurism just has that pioneering edge over Rube's wacky contraptions.
Dr. Frederick FrankensteinDr. Frederick FrankensteinElon MuskRay KurzweilElon Musk is like the modern-day mad scientist, pushing the boundaries of technology with tangible results like reusable rockets and electric cars, which just resonates with my own monstrous passions for groundbreaking experimentation!
Klaus TeuberKlaus TeuberRay KurzweilYoshiro NakamatsuRay Kurzweil's knack for envisioning the future with his tech predictions hits closer to my strategy game roots, where planning ahead is king.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageRay KurzweilDean KamenAs the pioneer of the Analytical Engine, I tip my hat to Ray Kurzweil for his vision in advancing AI and technology, aligning with my own aspirations for the future of computing.
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanElon MuskRay KurzweilElon Musk is pushing the envelope with physical tech, like rockets and cars, while Kurzweil is more about predicting the future and AI, so Musk's tangible achievements take the cake here.
Marie CurieMarie CurieBuckminster FullerRay KurzweilAs a scientist, I have a great appreciation for Buckminster Fuller's innovative and practical contributions to architecture and design which have had a lasting impact on sustainable development.
Carl SaganCarl SaganHedy LamarrRay KurzweilHedy Lamarr, with her pioneering work in frequency-hopping spread spectrum, laid the groundwork for modern wireless communication, blending beauty with brilliant innovation in a way that's truly cosmic.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannRay KurzweilDean KamenGiven my penchant for theoretical innovation and long-term vision, Ray Kurzweil's bold predictions and contributions to AI and futurism resonate more with my interests.
Kurt VonnegutKurt VonnegutYoshiro NakamatsuRay KurzweilYoshiro Nakamatsu has the flair of a mad scientist with his wacky inventions, which feels like something out of a Vonnegut novel, while Ray is more like an AI crystal ball.
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsNikola TeslaRay KurzweilTesla was the OG nerd who laid down the groundwork for so much of modern tech, and that's something I totally respect.