What Would It Take to Build a Deflector Shield?

by Roberta Baxter

Overview

In science fiction, deflector shields protect ships, bases, and even planets from enemy attack. How could a protective space that absorbs energy from weapons be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using lasers. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life deflector shield!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496666000
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2020
Series:	Sci-Fi Tech
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Protected by Energy 4

Chapter 2 What Is a Deflector Shield? 7

Chapter 3 How Would a Deflector Shield Work? 10

Chapter 4 Current Tech 15

Chapter 5 What Tech Is Needed? 20

Chapter 6 What Could the Future Look Like? 24

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

Provides information about how scientists are working to turn objects made famous by science fiction into science fact; Topic has appeal for struggling and reluctant readers; High-interest text that is appropriately leveled, along with vivid photos, make science facts exciting and understandable for readers; Topics appeal to readers who have seen these objects mentioned in sci-fi movies, video games, books, and more; High-interest approach to meet Next Generation Science Standards