The Caltech 

Physics League





Introduction and terms CPL meetings:  Wednesdays,  6pm - 8pm,   Bridge 114. 



Fall 2009

Second challenge - Electric images
    Preparation problem: The imperfect electric mirror
   Challenge 2 Problems


First challenge - Mars elevator under fire

   Challenge 1 Problems
    Preparation problem:  Mars space elevator (not handed in or graded)
    also see Notes on waves in ropes
   Solutions


http://www.myreviews101.com/tag/space-elevator-on-green-mars
taken from: http://www.myreviews101.com/tag/space-elevator-on-green-mars




Spring 2009 challenges:      
           
Challenge 1: Space wars with leftovers

 Winners: John Schulman and Eric Stansifer.

           
Challenge 2: Sonic booms        sonic boom
Winners: John Schulman and Tong (Tony) Boajia



Useful Links:     



  • Leaguemaster info:

             Gil Refael
117 Sloan Annex
M-C 114-36
tel.: (626)-395-4705
fax: (626)-683-9060
refael...caltech.edu
  • League assistant:

            John Schulman
joschu...caltech.edu