Adeerus Ghayan's Blog

Aviation is one of the most challenging sectors to decarbonise—and one of the most urgent. With global air travel consuming nearly 300 million metric tonnes of fuel annually and contributing roughly 2.5% of global CO₂ emissions, the need for climate-conscious alternatives is pressing. Unlike road or rail transport, where electrification is increasingly viable, jetliners cannot […]

Contemporary speculative fiction offers fertile ground for examining competing visions of utopia—each reflecting distinct philosophical, economic, and cultural assumptions. Here two such frameworks are explored: the post-scarcity paradigm exemplified by Star Trek, and the post-egalitarian philosophy of Tangorism, as articulated by Akumoh and Hyzoria in Adeerus Ghayan’s Nureeva and Tangora. While Star Trek imagines a […]

I’m completely at ease crafting one-dimensional Mary Sues and Gary Stus, simply because they’re the easiest characters to write. But that ease comes with a hidden cost. It doesn’t reduce the overall workload—it just shifts it. Because when your characters lack depth, the plot has to carry everything. Every scene, every page needs to be […]

Let’s start with Harry Potter—and why I’ve never connected with it. No, it’s not because of politics or worldview. As both a reader and a writer, I find the “Chosen One” trope inherently limiting: it places narrative weight on destiny rather than earned growth, often sidelining the complexity of character development. Sympathy built through orphanhood […]

1. Introduction The evolution of aerospace platforms over the past century has been driven by conventional metals, valued for their strength and ductility. However, as modern flight environments impose increasingly rigorous mechanical, thermal, and aerodynamic demands, the limitations of traditional alloys have become increasingly evident. Furthermore, the entire lifecycle—from mineral extraction to material processing and […]

Advancements in material science have long driven the evolution of aircraft. Once considered secondary, polymers and composite matrices are now fundamental to the design and manufacturing of modern aircraft, drones, and satellites. As aerospace technology progresses, the limitations of traditional metals and alloys are becoming increasingly clear. These materials struggle to meet the demands of […]

Worldbuilding is a fundamental aspect of storytelling in speculative fiction, whether in novels, films, games, or other media. A key pillar of effective worldbuilding is the creation of well-crafted fictional cultures and societies that feel organic within the fictional world. When thoughtfully developed, a fictional culture enhances immersion, deepens character development, and enriches thematic depth. […]

In an era marked by environmental urgency and mounting socio-economic pressures, the need for transformative change in linear industrial and energy systems has never been more acute. As a result, transitioning from a linear to a circular economy has become increasingly imperative. Traditional linear economic models—characterized by a “take-make-forsake” approach—have long generated short-term economic benefits […]

The global demand for sustainable, low-carbon energy sources has never been more critical. The traditional reliance on fossil fuels—with all its associated environmental ramifications—has spurred intensive research into renewable alternatives, positioning bioethanol as a promising candidate in the renewable energy portfolio. As the biofuel expert community has long debated, the evolution of bioethanol production is […]

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is revolutionizing air travel by providing a viable pathway for decarbonization amid growing climate concerns. Unlike conventional jet fuel, SAF is derived from renewable resources such as used cooking oil, agricultural residues, forestry by-products, and municipal waste, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its production involves a two-step process: converting feedstock into […]