I use the technique in nearly every novel I write because it seems I’m now doomed to write novels which work off of science themes. The occasional scene for transition works well in passive voice, also.
It’s one technique that needs to be mastered in modern novel writing if the author is to be authoritative in the modern technological society. The machinery is brought under control (passive!) and humanity is reasserted (passive!).
Passive voice certainly has its uses, As I mentioned earlier, is shortens things.
Carton you must be about ready for bed there.