Tiny Optics Hits 76mm Scale
Summary
These hardware hacks and material science innovations demonstrate how niche engineering can push boundaries in both imaging and electronics longevity.
- CZT Powers Medical Imaging The adoption of Cadmium Zinc Telluride material enables advanced medical diagnostics by detecting weak radiation signals 1.
- N900 Necromancy Achieved A classic Nokia N900 was successfully resurrected by flashing a custom kernel, enabling modern software use on the decade-old device 3.
- Miniature Telescope Built A functional, compact Dobsonian telescope was constructed using a 76mm parabolic mirror kit, detailing the 3D-printed build process 4.
- Open-Source Workflow Adopted The 404 Media zine layout utilizes Affinity Designer on Linux, completely avoiding reliance on Adobe software for production 2.
- 76mm - Diameter of the parabolic mirror used in the tiny Dobsonian telescope build 4.
- Decade-old - Age of the Nokia N900 hardware successfully revived with a custom kernel 3.
- Kromek - One of the few global firms utilizing CZT for medical imaging breakthroughs 1.
Key Moments
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CZT is a wonder material powering a medical 'revolution' because it excels at detecting extremely weak radiation signals.
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The tiniest yet real telescope I've built utilized a 76mm/300mm parabolic mirror kit.
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We are laying out the 404 Media zine using Affinity Designer on Linux, avoiding Adobe entirely.
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The Nokia N900 Necromancy project involves flashing a custom kernel to run modern software on the decade-old hardware.
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Different Perspectives
Opposing View
Engineers build 76mm telescope, revive N900, and use CZT for imaging.
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