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Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Infrared webcam fun

elbeno, 14 March, 2005

1. Open up webcam
2. Remove IR filter
3. Insert photo negative material to block visible light
4. Reassemble webcam
5. Play with looking at everyday stuff in the IR spectrum

– navy blue fleece turns white!
– my eyebrows disappear!
– US passport picture page goes blank (except for lettering)!
– UK passport first page has a wide diagonal blank strip!
– surprise your family with video-IM!

Tons of fun.

(where I got the idea)

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