A desk lamp I designed

quattrokid73

quattrokid73

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My latest project:

Lux Fiore (flower light in Italian) is a desk lamp utilizing the latest in materials and electrical technologies. The petals react to ambient light, opening and closing like a real flower. Their translucent nature provides protection from glare when in use. The small base is made sturdy via a theoretical electromagnetic connection with the desk, providing support and power. This product is designed for the technological capabilities of 2020 and beyond.

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The last shot is of my friend demoing the working prototype I made. Very fun project. I feel like I may start balding soon though 8-)

Next project: 2.1 computer speaker system for 2012.
 
Very cool idea, I dig it. What wattage LEDs will you be able to use powered by electromagnet?
 
A system like that used for laptop power supply's is probably similar to what the OP is thinking of. If you have ever had someone snag your plug in power supply and yank your laptop off a conference room table, you will have a new found appreciation for the magnetic plugs that power newer laptop computers.
 
medusaoblongata said:
Can you describe this theoretical electromagnetic connection? I've never heard of anything like it.
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I'm not him obviously but I'm assuming that the electromag base would serve as a low voltage trickle charger for a small battery that would then power the lights. Those LEDs are definitely low voltage but I still can't imagine them being powered directly by the electromag.
 
The technology isn't feasible for today's production, but by 2020, it should be manufacturable for less than $600. Expensive lamp, but it's concepts like this that push engineers and keep Moore's law turning!
 
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