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Nora Roberts (under her pseudonym J. D. Robb)'s In Death novels begin in the slightly futuristic setting of 2058, and mostly take place in New York City. While many things remain the same, the author has created several inventions that are considered commonplace in this society. ==Personal== AutoChef: A countertop device that prepares any food or beverage programmed by the user. References are made to Eve Dallas having stale bagels in hers (while she's still single and living alone); Roarke giving a menu to Summerset; various police personnel coveting the special coffee available from Eve's AutoChef once she's married Roarke. (Being extremely rich, he can obtain genuine organic foods such as beef, chocolate, and real coffee, rather than the typical soy-based substitutes.) It seems one must have the ingredients present in order for them to be prepared by the AutoChef, which differs from the replicator introduced in ''Star Trek: The Next Generation''. Glides: Glides seem to be the 2060 equivalent of escalators. They are never presented in much detail, but are frequently referred to as an alternative to elevators. Glide carts: Street vendors, much the same as those in use today. Vendors stake out their own 'territories.' Cart quality and content tend to match the surrounding neighborhood. They often cater to vehicles stuck in traffic as well as pedestrians. A majority of the food is vegetarian (such as soydogs and veggie fries). Enhancements: Cosmetic surgery is also common -- everything from breast implants to permanent makeup. Clients going to a day spa get "skin enhancements," which probably involves facials and exfoliation. Tattoos and body piercing are prevalent. Mavis is known to change her hair color and style, not only in every book, but in almost every scene. Recyclers: Nearly everything is recyclable at this time--fabrics, food, plastics, metals, etc. Recyclers are available nearly everywhere such as on the street, in offices and in private homes. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「In Death technology」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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