Thermal gel

Thermal gel was a protective gel like substance.

Thermal gel was used in the shells of cocoon pods to dissipate the heat of re-entry. Additionally, when exposed to sufficient kinetic impact (such as that of the cocoon hitting the ground) the gel would harden, and absorb the kinetic force - protecting the cocoons contents from harm.

Appearances

• Dark Apprentice
• Champions of the Force

Sources

• The Essential Guide to Vehicles and Vessels
• The Official Star Wars Fact File 74 (MTA1-2, Mountain Terrain Armored Transport (MT-AT))
• The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia