What first appears to be a send-up of classic science fiction is in fact a thorough examination of the real-world science behind the sensationalism. In the pilot episode, the physics behind a hypothetical alien invasion are explained. With the help of scientists and engineers from NASA, JPL, the Department of Energy, the U.S. Army, a major special effects studio, and various universities, the Sci-Fi Science crew explores force fields, lasers, lightning guns, rail guns, extrasolar planets and other "science fiction" concepts that are in fact, quite real. A campy, animation-rich alien invasion of Los Angeles provides the jumping-off point for real science demonstrations.
Show Info
Network: Science
(2009 -
2010)
Schedule: Wednesdays
(30 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type:
Documentary
Genres:
Science-Fiction
Episodes ordered: 12 episodes
(waiting for more votes)
Previous Episode
Shapeshifting Transformer
Episode 2x12; Nov 10, 2010
Previous Episodes
Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
---|---|---|
2x12: Shapeshifting Transformer | Nov 10, 2010 | |
2x11: Holodeck | Nov 3, 2010 | |
2x10: A.I. Uprising | Oct 27, 2010 |
Cast
Extra Details
Also known as:
- Science of the Impossible
- Physics of the Impossible
- Sci Fi Science: Physics of the Impossible