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August 31, 2015

I Used Physics to Calculate How Much Yoda Weighs

I Used Physics to Calculate How Much Yoda Weighs

In The Empire Strikes Back, Luke does a one-armed handstand with Yoda balanced on his foot. Using this, I can estimate the mass of Yoda.

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August 25, 2015

How That Spinning Spacecraft From The Martian Would Work

How That Spinning Spacecraft From The Martian Would Work

In The Martian astronauts use a spinning spacecraft to create artificial gravity. How does this compare to other spacecraft?

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