Statements (61)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:spacecraft
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Culture
|
| gptkbp:are |
Autonomous
Highly advanced Used for trade Highly customizable Often depicted in literature Have unique designs Part of a larger narrative Facilitators of cultural exchange Used for exploration Can adapt to different environments Can analyze and process information rapidly Can challenge moral dilemmas Can communicate with their crew Can create virtual environments Can engage in complex problem-solving Can engage in philosophical discussions Can experience emotions Can form relationships with their crew Can host various life forms Can learn and evolve over time Can make independent decisions Can perform artistic functions Can reflect the values of The Culture Can simulate realities Can store vast amounts of data Capable of terraforming Central to Culture's identity Embodiments of advanced technology Equipped with advanced weaponry Explorers of the universe Have complex internal systems Often described as beautiful Often have personalities Often sentient Representations of post-scarcity society Symbolic of utopian ideals Used for diplomacy Used for warfare |
| gptkbp:can_be |
Conduct scientific research
Self-repair Generate energy Interact with other species Change shape Create habitats Manipulate matter Transport large populations |
| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:Iain_M._Banks
|
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Artificial_Intelligence
|
| gptkbp:have |
Sentient A Is
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Culture ships
|
| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:GSV_(General_Systems_Vehicle)
gptkb:helicopter Orbitals General Contact Unit |
| gptkbp:influence |
Science fiction genre
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| gptkbp:is_capable_of |
Faster-than-light travel
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| gptkbp:is_used_by |
The Culture civilization
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_Culture
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