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Posted on April 8, 2016

Dang, the Death Star Is Coming Together Quick in the New Star Wars Trailer

Dang, the Death Star Is Coming Together Quick in the New Star Wars Trailer
A scene in the Rogue One trailer shows the assembly of the Death Star. How fast was the dish piece moving? Homework included. The post Dang, the Death Star Is Coming Together Quick in the New Star Wars Trailer appeared first on WIRED.
Posted on January 22, 2016

Could You Live on Planet Nine?

Could You Live on Planet Nine?

We don't know everything about Planet Nine, but we know enough for some estimation questions.

The post Could You Live on Planet Nine? appeared first on WIRED.

Posted on December 17, 2015

The Physics in Star Wars Isn’t Always Right, and That’s OK

The Physics in Star Wars Isn’t Always Right, and That’s OK

I've been analyzing the heck out of the physics in the new Star Wars movie—but in the end, it doesn't have to have correct physics.

The post The Physics in Star Wars Isn’t Always Right, and That’s OK appeared first on WIRED.

Posted on October 1, 2015

The Supermoon Isn’t Super. It’s Just the Moon

The Supermoon Isn’t Super. It’s Just the Moon

Everyone likes to talk about the supermoon, but it really isn't that special. Here's why.

The post The Supermoon Isn’t Super. It’s Just the Moon appeared first on WIRED.

Posted on August 11, 2015

Watch This Leaping Great White Shark Get Some Serious Air

Watch This Leaping Great White Shark Get Some Serious Air

This awesome video shows a shark jumping out of the water like a rocket. What can we learn from a video analysis?

The post Watch This Leaping Great White Shark Get Some Serious Air appeared first on WIRED.

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