A bit OT: hint on making lightsabers(long)

[J.K Luke]

It's somewhat related to the game actually, I'm thinking it could help in the making of lightsabers hehe

 

"Although the exact details of lightsaber operation remain shrouded in mystery, the general technology is known. All the controls and components fit into a compact handle 24 to 30 centimeters long. When the Jedi activates the lightsaber, a tremendous charge of pure energy flows from the power cell. Although each lightsaber is unique, the weapon's basic design remains the same. The handle holds a power cell as well as one or more crystals - seldom more than three - whose purpose is to focus the energy released by the power cell into a tight, blade-like beam. The blade's color depends on the nature of the jewel it springs from, and while its length is fixed in the case of a single jewel lightsaber, lightsabers equipped with multiple crystals can have their length varied by rotating a knob which allows the focusing crystal activator to subtly modify the refraction pattern between the gems.

 

Each saber beam has a unique frequency which determines the "feel" of the blade, how it handles when cutting something or contacting a force field or another saber blade. The frequency of each saber blade can be calculated from its blade color and pitch it generates. Sabers use between one and three jewels to give their beam a specific frequency.

 

Sabers with a single jewel have a fixed amplitude, which determines the blade length. Other sabers with multiple jewels can alter their amplitude, and thus the blade length by rotating or varying the separation between the jewels. The best sabers use natural jewels, but, evidently, the Jedi can forge synthetic jewels with a small furnace and a few basic elements.

 

The beam emits from a positively charged continuous energy lens at the center of the handle. The beam then arcs circumferentially back to a negatively charged high energy flux aperture, usually set in a disk that also serves as a hand guard. The power amplitude determines the point at which the beam arcs back to the disk, setting the blade length. The tight, arcing beam forms a blade of amazing strength.

 

A superconductor transfers the power from the flux aperture to the power cell. Almost no energy is lost in the process - the beam doesn't even radiate noticeable heat, though it does fluoresce and hum. The saber looses power only when it cuts through something - but not when contacting another saber blade. The Jedi must use his strength and skill to force his blade against another saber blade; no lightsaber can cut another's beam. Controls at the hilt of the saber adjust the power cell capacity and allow periodic recharging. Though exact duration figures are not known, it is known that Jedi can use their sabers for years at a time before recharging becomes necessary.

 

You may have heard about Jedi Masters during times of trouble who were able to fashion lightsabers in only a day or two, using whatever raw materials were at hand. But do not get the idea that your weapon is a quick little project to be slapped together. Ideally, a Jedi takes many months to construct a single perfect weapon that he or she could keep and use for a lifetime. Once you build it, the lightsaber will become your constant companion, your tool, and a ready means of defense".

[-=ReApEr=-]

Originally posted by J.K Luke

It's somewhat related to the game actually, I'm thinking it could help in the making of lightsabers hehe

 

"Although the exact details of lightsaber operation remain shrouded in mystery, the general technology is known. All the controls and components fit into a compact handle 24 to 30 centimeters long. When the Jedi activates the lightsaber, a tremendous charge of pure energy flows from the power cell. Although each lightsaber is unique, the weapon's basic design remains the same. The handle holds a power cell as well as one or more crystals - seldom more than three - whose purpose is to focus the energy released by the power cell into a tight, blade-like beam. The blade's color depends on the nature of the jewel it springs from, and while its length is fixed in the case of a single jewel lightsaber, lightsabers equipped with multiple crystals can have their length varied by rotating a knob which allows the focusing crystal activator to subtly modify the refraction pattern between the gems.

 

Each saber beam has a unique frequency which determines the "feel" of the blade, how it handles when cutting something or contacting a force field or another saber blade. The frequency of each saber blade can be calculated from its blade color and pitch it generates. Sabers use between one and three jewels to give their beam a specific frequency.

 

Sabers with a single jewel have a fixed amplitude, which determines the blade length. Other sabers with multiple jewels can alter their amplitude, and thus the blade length by rotating or varying the separation between the jewels. The best sabers use natural jewels, but, evidently, the Jedi can forge synthetic jewels with a small furnace and a few basic elements.

 

The beam emits from a positively charged continuous energy lens at the center of the handle. The beam then arcs circumferentially back to a negatively charged high energy flux aperture, usually set in a disk that also serves as a hand guard. The power amplitude determines the point at which the beam arcs back to the disk, setting the blade length. The tight, arcing beam forms a blade of amazing strength.

 

A superconductor transfers the power from the flux aperture to the power cell. Almost no energy is lost in the process - the beam doesn't even radiate noticeable heat, though it does fluoresce and hum. The saber looses power only when it cuts through something - but not when contacting another saber blade. The Jedi must use his strength and skill to force his blade against another saber blade; no lightsaber can cut another's beam. Controls at the hilt of the saber adjust the power cell capacity and allow periodic recharging. Though exact duration figures are not known, it is known that Jedi can use their sabers for years at a time before recharging becomes necessary.

 

You may have heard about Jedi Masters during times of trouble who were able to fashion lightsabers in only a day or two, using whatever raw materials were at hand. But do not get the idea that your weapon is a quick little project to be slapped together. Ideally, a Jedi takes many months to construct a single perfect weapon that he or she could keep and use for a lifetime. Once you build it, the lightsaber will become your constant companion, your tool, and a ready means of defense".

 

You have got to much time on your hands.

[Bzrk]

But it could be a good lead on making lightsabers!

[-=ReApEr=-]

Originally posted by Bzrk

But it could be a good lead on making lightsabers!

 

Indeed, certain parts from that info are probally being used by the developers.

[J.K Luke]

Originally posted by -=ReApEr=-

You have got to much time on your hands.

 

Hehe, that's the result of my boredom during work

[Dark Moon]

If I ever get my FSCS, I'm going to spend a long time making the lightsaber of my dreams. The customizability for these things is awesome

[UnfrozenCaveman]

I swear I read that exact thing at another webpage, thought it was from http://swg.stratics.com/content/gameplay/professions/jedi/jedi.shtml but it isn't. Good post though.