Engineers in the University of Bristol have been working on the prototype to what could become a real sonic screwdriver. And Sylvester McCoy has confirmed his Hobbit role.
A Christmas Carol
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People
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MSN NZ(6th) - Former Dr Who cast in Hobbit films
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Merchandise
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Miscellaneous
Digital Journal(6th) - Coronation Street meets Doctor Who for ‘tram crash’ spectacular
Newslite(6th) - Doctor Who's sonic screwdriver could become real
Discount Vouchers(6th) - Sonic Screwdriver of Dr Who may one day be in stores near you
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Daily Mail(6th) - Could scientists be on the verge of inventing a Dr Who-style sonic screwdriver?
Press Association(6th) - Dr Who screwdriver 'could be made'
The Sun(6th) - DIY future of Dr Who sonic tool
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