The Physics of Star Wars: The Science Behind a Galaxy Far, Far Away

While the galaxy may be far, far away, the physics behind the concepts in the Star Wars series is founded right here on Earth. Physics professor and Star Wars junkie Patrick Johnson invites you to:

• Explore the power of the Force using quantum mechanics
• Find out how much energy it would take to destroy the Death Star
• Learn the construction and function of lightsabers
• Discover how holograms could be used to communicate
• And much more!

The Physics of Star Wars reveals the very real-life science behind the fantastical galaxy of Star Wars.