Josh D’Amaro, president of Disney Parks and Experiences, showed SXSW attendees what they’re up to in “reality” Star Wars lightsaber. At D23 in November 2021, Disney debuted “realityA lightsaber – or at least the most realistic lightsaber. Pressing the trigger activates a motor that extends a tube that lights up as it rises; it was a spectacular effect, Disney has since made it a central part of the Galaxy Star Cruiser themed hotel. It’s not perfect—the lightsabers look flimsy, which means the actors using them have to be very careful. But it’s as close to perfect as possible so far.
During a presentation at SXSW, Josh D’Amaro, president of Disney Parks and Experiences, detailed “reality“The lightsaber. The lightsaber is the most iconic Star Wars Symbol, what’s really exciting is putting this new design into perspective.
D’Amaro then invited Leslie Evans, Disney Imagineering’s head of R&D, to the stage. “It was a difficult project,“She pointed out.”It’s not easy.“
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by Disney”realityUnfortunately, the lightsaber is very fragile; while the design seems to have improved and D’Amaro keeps it much more careful than some characters in Galactic Starcruiser, his movement speed is still comparable to that of Darth Vader and his duel rival Obi – First Wan Kenobi Star Wars Movie. Disney Imagineering is creating”reality“Lightswords, but this flaw means they’re unlikely to be sold anytime soon.
Disney’s Galactic Starcruisers haven’t really taken off, which means that the decision to tie them to themed hotels could have been a mistake. Hopefully D’Amaro’s latest demo suggests that House of Mouse is coming up with other ideas on how to implement the technology, because despite these “realityLightabers are clearly flawed, but they’re still very effective. If so, there could be more to show at the Star Wars Celebration in 2023.
However, for now, the scene from SXSW is still Disney’s best shot.”realityLight sword. D’Amaro was happy to display it, turning it on and off several times to the delight of the attendees. These lightsabers are truly everything Star Wars Fans will crave it.
source: Disney food blog