Star Wars takes place in a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away,
but the science used by Luke Skywalker, Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Chewbacca,
Princess Leia, and the rest are rooted in the technology and physics we
have here on earth. What is possible and what is not?
Capturing the imagination and hearts of crowds worldwide, Star Wars is
a fantastic feat of science fiction and fantasy. The Science of Star
Wars addresses 50 topics that span the movies' universe such as
battle technology, alien life, space travel, etc. You'll find
fascinating explorations of the physics of Star Wars, its
plausibility, and more. The perfect Star Wars gift for fans of the
saga, this book addresses many unanswered, burning questions,
including:
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How long before we get a Star Wars speeder off the ground?
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What exactly is the Force?
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How could Kylo Ren stop a blaster shot in mid-air?
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How could we live on a gas giant like Bespin, or a desert planet like
Tatooine?
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Nature versus nurture: How does it play out in the making of Jedi?
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How much would it cost to build the Death Star?
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And much more!
We marvel at the variety of creatures and technology and the mystery
behind the force. But how much of the Star Wars world is rooted in
reality? Could we see some of the extraordinary inventions materialize
in our world? This uncomplicated, entertaining read makes it easy to
understand how advanced physics concepts, such as wormholes and
Einstein's theory of relativity, apply to the Star Wars universe.
The Science of Star Wars explains to non-technical readers how
physics and fantasy might merge to allow for the possibility of
interstellar travel; communication with foreign but intelligent
lifeforms; human-like robots; alien planets fit for human life; weapons
and spacecraft such as laser guns, light sabers, and the Millennium
Falcon; and Force-like psychokinetic powers.
In the 21st Century, we're on the edge of developing much of the
technology from "a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away"... These
fantasies aren't as impossible as you might think! Written for every fan
of George Lucas's films, you don't need to be a Jedi or an
astrophysicist at NASA to appreciate all of Mark Brake and Jon Chase's
fun and informative analysis of this classic series in The Science of
Star Wars. Prepare your mind to make the jump to light speed and find
out about the facts behind one of our favorite modern epics!
