The idea for the Tempescope first came to its inventor Ken Kawamoto after returning from a holiday in the Pacific Northwest.Wishing to take the skies back home with him, he created a prototype (out of shampoo bottles, a fan, LEDs and a mist diffuser) that could physically reproduce weather conditions in a confined space.Kawamotos prototype soon evolved into an open source version including step-by-step building instructions that the inventor shared with DIY enthusiasts.But since he says only a few were able to build their own successfully, Kawamoto is now turning to crowdfunding to make the Tempescope more accessible for the rest of us, while preserving the original DIY and open source spirit of the project.
In its current version, the Tempescope can recreate sunshine, rain, lightning and fog (snow could be added in a future version, but that would be years away). Science Museum Electronic Weather Forecaster Bluetooth To YourSyncing via Bluetooth to your Android or iOS smartphone, this clean-looking device will fetch the local weather forecast and display it in your home. Science Museum Electronic Weather Forecaster Manual Mode ForAdditional modes of operation will allow users to synchronize the weather displayed to that of any location on Earth, and a manual mode for setting the mood. In a similar vein, the device will also come with a software development kit, allowing tinkerers to create their own apps for added customization. Kawamoto says the Temposcope will be obtaining wireless certification for Japan, which will automatically make the device legal to use in the US, Canada and the EU. Certification for Australia would have to be obtained separately the creators are considering it, but have made no promise in this regard. The device is reportedly at the working prototype stage and, barring delays due to production issues or wireless certification, deliveries are expected to begin in April 2016. Pledges for the Tempescope can be made from its Indiegogo campaign page and start at US199 (up to 249 for a laser-engraved version), VAT and shipping not included. ![]() Since joining New Atlas in 2009 hes covered topics including electronics, quantum mechanics, 3D printing and space news.
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