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The device can play music using 2,000 marbles
Swedish musician has created an instrument that can make music by dropping 2,000 marbles onto it. The marbles can move along tracks and come in contact with drums, vibraphones, and cymbals. The marbles land on different instruments creating sounds that can change in pitch, speed and volume. The marbles are released from a rotating central wheel. You can see it in action in this video.
Martin Molin, a Swedish musician, spent seven years building the Marble Machine. It uses 2,000 marbles for soft music. The marbles hit different parts of this machine, including a vibraphone (bass guitar), a vibraphone, and an a Turkish crash drum cymbal. The marbles can be recycled as the device plays.
Wintergatan Marble Machine made from birch plywood is controlled by a set of gears. To make music, the marbles are moved around the circuit. The marbles can also serve as cymbals or bass and a kick drum. Many parts of the device, including funnels or pulleys made from LEGO technic components, are also made from LEGO parts. The device doubles as an instrument for wooden music.
The device is capable of generating 400 millijoules per day.
The device harvests energy from sweat that accumulates at your fingertips. The fingertips are among the most sweaty spots in the body, with over 1,000 sweat glands per fingertip. These glands can produce energy under pressure and can be stored to charge an electronic watch for as long as 24 hours. One study showed that subjects could keep the device at their fingertips while they slept. This generated 400 millijoules. This is equivalent to about 10% of the energy the sun hits the Earth each instant.
The device draws sweat from your fingertip
To recharge your devices, the device uses energy from your sweat. The fingertip is one of the body's sweatiest areas. Each fingertip has over 1000 sweat glands that can produce 400 millijoules energy. This is enough to power an electronic wristwatch for 24 hours.
To generate electricity, the device uses the dissolved milk in your sweat. This energy is used to power medical sensors such heart monitors, blood pressure monitors, and other wearable devices. The biofuel cell is a thin pad that attaches to your finger. It's made out of hydrogel, carbon nanotubes, and hydrogel.
A typical 10-hour night of sleep can generate 20 to 40 microwatts at each fingertip. Even though it won't be enough power to charge a smartphone with that much power, it could power a wristwatch, and other smaller-powered electronic devices. This could keep your wristwatch online for up to 24 hours. Because of its highest concentrations of sweat glands researchers used your fingertip. Each finger has more that a thousand glands.
FAQ
Can I buy clothes online and return them?
Absolutely! In fact, it's easier than ever to purchase clothing online. All major retailers offer free return policies. Simply print off a label and drop it in the mail.
But, you won't get a refund until the item arrives. So, if you change your mind about the product, you'll need to send it back.
Do you have any other tips for buying clothes online?
Before buying clothes online, you need to be aware of several things. First, you need to know your size. It might seem obvious, however most companies do not provide this information so you will have to guess.
Be aware of shipping costs. Shipping costs will vary depending upon the item ordered. Also, make sure you know exactly where your package is going. Some items ship directly through the manufacturer. Others go through a third-party warehouse. This can affect delivery times.
Finally, be sure to carefully read reviews. There are plenty of bad experiences out there. Don't let someone else's experience influence yours.
How can I make smart shopping online?
Shopping smart online means shopping with confidence. Here are some tips.
Shop around first. Compare prices to find the best deal.
Ebates and other cashback apps are another option. These programs work similarly to cashback programs that are available at physical stores. When you shop through their app, you earn points based on the amount you spend. The points you earn can be redeemed for gift cards or discounts.
Look out for promo codes. These codes are available on sites like RetailMeNot.com. Simply enter the code while you check out and voila! The savings will be automatically applied.
Don't forget clearance sections! There are often amazing deals available on high-end brands at reduced prices.
Statistics
- Last Black Friday, I bought a stove from Lowes at 40% off, receiving 24 months of interest-free financing (from Lowe's). (meetfabric.com)
- According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), online shopping was the fourth most common fraud category for consumers as of February 2022.5 (thebalance.com)
- All items on AliExpress have an estimated delivery time on the product page, and it's usually anywhere from 20 to 60 days. (makeuseof.com)
- Beyond that, you'll be liable for a 25% import tax. (makeuseof.com)
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How To
What are safe shopping techniques online?
Anyone who wishes to shop online securely should be able to do so safely. It's also beneficial to learn how to purchase from different websites, without being conned.
You can read the rest of this article to learn how to purchase items online. This article explains all the tricks and tips that make sure you don't fall victim to scams.
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Do your research. Before you decide to shop online, it's essential to do your homework first. Review the company, read customer feedback and ask friends for their recommendations.
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Compare prices. Compare prices across multiple sellers if you aren't sure if a particular shop is reliable. Price comparison apps such Amazon Price Checker (Google Shopping) and Google Shopping are good options. These tools will allow you to find the lowest priced retailers.
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Be aware of red flags. If you are browsing product pages, look out for red flags. Fake sites often have misspelled words, grammatical mistakes, and other problems. These sites often sell fake products or incomplete products.
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Beware of popups. Pop-ups can be used to steal credit card numbers or passwords. These pop-ups can be closed by pressing "escape" and choosing another browser window.
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Ask yourself questions. Think about these questions as you browse a website. Do I get what I need from it? Can I trust its people?
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Don't share your personal information. You must initiate the transaction before you can give financial information over the telephone or via email.
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Avoid clicking links in emails. It is easy to click on an email link and land on a phishing website that appears exactly like the real thing. Only open emails from trusted sources (such as banks) to avoid falling victim to this kind of fraud.
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Use strong passwords. Strong passwords should include symbols, numbers, letters. Keep your password confidential and don't share it with anyone else.
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Be cautious when downloading files. Do not open attachments in email. Always download files directly from the source. Never open attachments received from unknown senders. Also, delete attachments that ask for you to install a program as soon as possible.
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Report suspicious activity. You should immediately notify your local police if you suspect your identity may have been stolen. You can also file a Federal Trade Commission complaint.
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Protect your device. Anti-malware protection should be installed on your computer. This protection could stop hackers accessing your private data.
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Scammers targeting senior citizens are to be avoided. Seniors are at greatest risk of falling for scammers as they have less experience in identifying fraudulent websites and messages.