P4_12 Mirror, Mirror

The existence of mirror matter is explored as a possible solution to the lack of conservation of parity in particle interactions. Ways in which this matter would present itself in the universe are discussed, as are possible methods for observing it in order to confirm or deny its existence. It is found that it is possible for mirror matter to be indirectly observed, but not necessarily recognised

P4_8 Plasma Windows

The physics behind plasma windows are explored and it is investigated whether they would be applicable on a large scale as a divider between a vacuum and a pressurised hangar. It is found that while possible, it may be difficult due to the large energy need to ionise the plasma and the large scale nature of the magnetic field

P4_11 Solar Wind

The physics behind the solar wind is investigated in order to determine whether it is possible to have a star whose solar pressure could be held back by the local interstellar medium, thus placing it in hydrostatic equilibrium with no solar wind. It is found using a simplified model that such a star probably cannot exist

P4_1 Brownian Motors

The concept of using Brownian motion as a source of energy to power a motor is explored, and the constraints of the system discussed. It is found that when there is a temperature gradient maintained in the system, it may behave as a heat engine and thus does not contradict any of the laws of thermodynamics

P4_10 Icarus’s Flight

The Greek myth of Icarus and Daedalus is challenged by applying physics. The flight dynamics of the wings are explored and it is found that without some form of continual power input, they would not have travelled very far

P4_5 Can you Catch ‘em All?

The storage process of Pokémon is investigated using a system based on what is shown in the animé, and an alternative method is also investigated. It is found that only Pokémon under 6.5kg could be contained, however the temperature would quickly break the Pokéball. The alternative method of storing them as a current in a superconductor was also investigated however this method would produce a field of 1.87×107T