The Physics of Star Wars
The Science Behind a Galaxy Far, Far Away
1st Edition
Published on 7. November 2017
256 pages
978-1-5072-0331-6 (ISBN)
Description
Explore the physics behind the world of Star Wars, with engaging topics and accessible information that shows how we're closer than ever before to creating technology from the galaxy far, far away?perfect for every Star Wars fan!
Ever wish you could have your very own lightsaber like Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi? Or that you could fly through space at the speed of light like Han Solo and Poe Dameron?
Well, those ideas aren't as outlandish as you think.
In The Physics of Star Wars, you'll explore the mystical power of the Force using quantum mechanics, find out how much energy it would take for the Death Star or Starkiller Base to destroy a planet, and discover how we can potentially create our very own lightsabers. The fantastical world of Star Wars may become a reality!
Ever wish you could have your very own lightsaber like Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi? Or that you could fly through space at the speed of light like Han Solo and Poe Dameron?
Well, those ideas aren't as outlandish as you think.
In The Physics of Star Wars, you'll explore the mystical power of the Force using quantum mechanics, find out how much energy it would take for the Death Star or Starkiller Base to destroy a planet, and discover how we can potentially create our very own lightsabers. The fantastical world of Star Wars may become a reality!
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11/2017
Adams Media Corporation
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Patrick Johnson
Content
- Intro
- Introduction
- Space
- Anatomy of the Galaxy
- Biodiversity in the Galaxy
- Relative Aging of Characters
- Invisible Hand Bridge Evacuation
- Space Trash
- When Is Star Wars?
- Planetary Science
- Binary Stars
- Climate of Planets
- Moisture Farming
- Cloud City
- The Lost Planet
- Planet-Based Transportation
- Repulsorlifts
- Podracers
- Traveling Through the Planet's Core
- Hover Car Traffic
- Space Travel
- Solar Sails
- Hyperspace
- Ship Design
- Hammerhead Ship
- Kessel Run
- Handheld Weaponry
- Blasters
- Lightsabers
- Seismic Charges
- Grenades
- Electrostaff
- Heavy Weaponry
- Ion Cannons
- Death Star
- Starkiller Base
- Imperial Walkers (AT-AT/AT-ST/AT-ACT)
- Shields
- The Force
- The Force
- Force Lightning
- Force Jump
- The Frozen Blaster Bolt
- Jedi Mind Tricks
- Robotics
- Droid Mobility
- AI
- Robotic Communication
- Machines Making Machines
- Robotic Healthcare and Prosthetics
- Other Tech
- Guidance Computers
- Holograms
- Communication
- Augmented Reality
- Tractor Beams
- Appendix A. Glossary of Star Wars Terms
- Appendix B. Glossary of Physics Terms
- About the Author
- Index
- Copyright
