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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!

ISBN-13: 9781507203309

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Adams Media

Publication Date: 11-07-2017

Pages: 256

Product Dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.44(h) x 0.70(d)

Patrick Johnson is an assistant teaching professor at Georgetown University. He previously taught at Marquette University and William Jewell College after receiving his PhD in physics from Washington University in St. Louis. Patrick gained his passion for Star Wars from his father, Eric, and has continued that throughout his life, watching the entire series in a marathon before the premieres of both Episode I and Episode VII. When not teaching physics or watching Star Wars, Patrick spends his time doing improv comedy with a local DC group. He is the author of The Physics of Star Wars.

Table of Contents

Introduction 11

Space 13

Anatomy of the Galaxy 15

Biodiversity in the Galaxy 19

Relative Aging of Characters 24

Invisible Hand Bridge Evacuation 28

Space Trash 32

When Is Star Wars? 36

Planetary Science 41

Binary Stars 43

Climate of Planets 48

Moisture Farming 53

Cloud City 57

The Lost Planet 61

Planet-Based Transportation 65

Repulsorlifts 67

Podracers 71

Traveling Through the Planet's Core 74

Hover Car Traffic 79

Space Travel 85

Solar Sails 87

Hyperspace 91

Ship Design 95

Hammerhead Ship 100

Kessel Run 104

Handheld Weaponry 109

Blasters 111

Lightsabers 115

Seismic Charges 119

Grenades 125

Electrostaff 129

Heavy Weaponry 135

Ion Cannons 137

Death Star 141

Starkiller Base 146

Imperial Walkers (AT-AT/AT-ST/AT-ACT) 151

Shields 155

The Force 161

The Force 163

Force Lightning 167

Force Jump 172

The Frozen Blaster Bolt 176

Jedi Mind Tricks 180

Robotics 185

Droid Mobility 187

Al 191

Robotic Communication 196

Machines Making Machines 200

Robotic Healthcare and Prosthetics 204

Other Tech 209

Guidance Computers 211

Holograms 215

Communication 219

Augmented Reality 224

Tractor Beams 228

Appendix A Glossary of Star Wars Terms 233

Appendix B Glossary of Physics Terms 241

Index 247