Every living being is an engine geared to the wheelwork of the universe. Though seemingly affected only by its immediate surrounding, the sphere of external influence extends to infinite distance.

My brain is only a receiver, in the Universe

I have harnessed the cosmic rays and caused them to operate a motive device.

When natural inclination develops into a passionate desire, one advances towards his goal in seven-league boots.

One of the great events in my life was my first meeting with Edison. This wonderful man, who had received no scientific training, yet had accomplished so much, filled me with amazement. I felt that the time I had spent studying languages, literature and art was wasted; though later, of course, I learned this was not so.

Is nature a giant cat? If so, who strokes its back?

No free energy device will ever be allowed to reach the market.