'Star Wars' Tech: 8 Sci-Fi Inventions and Their Real-Life Counterparts

While the tech behind the “Star Wars” is firmly rooted in fantasy, the franchise has served as inspiration for many real-life scientists and engineers. Here are some of the most notable attempts to turn "Star Wars'" science fiction into science fact.

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