Lecture: Discussion on Scientific Accuracy in Superman Movies

Introduction

• Topic: Invitation to a Superman movie marathon.
• Focus: Discussion on scientific inaccuracies in the Superman movies, particularly a scene where Lois Lane falls from a helicopter.

Key Discussion Points

Scene Analysis: Lois Lane Falling from a Helicopter

• Scene Description: Lois Lane falls, Superman catches her.
• Scientific Inaccuracy:
  • Acceleration: Lois falling at 32 ft/sec².
  • Impact Velocity: Lois traveling at approximately 120 mph.
  • Potential Outcome: Lois would be sliced into pieces unless Superman matches her speed and decelerates effectively.
  • Space Constraint: Superman decelerating Lois within a two-foot space is deemed impossible.

Discussion on Superman's Abilities

• Superman's Flight:
  • Misconception: Flight as a feat of strength.
  • Comic Reference: Derived from ability to leap tall buildings due to Earth's yellow sun.

Theoretical Considerations

• Flying at Night:
  • Solar Reflection: Use of the Moon's solar reflection.
  • Energy Storage: Hypothetical capacity of Kryptonian skin cells to store solar energy.

Conclusion

• Challenge: To find reference to Kryptonian skin cells' energy storage in comic books.
• Note: Participant has 2600 comic books for reference.

Additional Note

• Access Issue: Mention of being locked out.
• Miscellaneous: Brief mention of a good left.