Re: [TCML] USB-powered Tesla Coil

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Does the computer USB port allow any control over the display?  If so,
software come with the pkg?

Dr. Resonance



> No, I don't have one.  But my wife found an interesting gift for me this
> year - a USB-powered plasma globe.  It's actually quite nice - the globe
> is about the size of a conventional light bulb, with a power cable that
> plugs into the base, labeled 5V/300mA, and the other end having a USB plug
> on it.  Nearly on par with the TheOnion.com USB-powered toaster faux
> product, except that this is real.  See
> http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/science/964e/
>
> So, this got me thinking if this couldn't be extended to an actual
> USB-powered spark-making Tesla coil?  While the available power should be
> adequate, I'm not sure I'd be comfortable with the prospect of RF-ground
> return current being routed through my USB port.  Maybe this is a good use
> for that old P2 dinosaur in the basement.
>
> Regards, Gary Lau
> MA, USA
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Dr. Resonance

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