The first episode of Star Trek aired five decades. It began as a quirky science-fiction television series that only lasted three seasons. However, the out-of-this-world series was the start of a long-running saga that captivated generations of fans. Its imprints can be found not only in popular culture, but also in science. As new devices are catching up to the tech found in the long-running sci-fi series, Star Trek technology becomes more science than fiction.