Show HN: Capacitor Alarm Clock

Category: other

Tags: alarm-clock, capacitor, esp32, embedded, hardware, pcb, 3d-printing

Score: 6.3/10 (Innovation: 8, Technical: 7, Documentation: 7, Utility: 3)

An ESP32-powered alarm clock that uses exploding capacitors as its wake-up mechanism, blending hardware hacking with a practical (if dangerous) joke. It features a custom PCB, 3D-printed case, web interface for configuration, and detailed build instructions. This project stands out for its creative combination of embedded systems, hardware design, and absurdist humor.

Target audience: embedded engineers, hardware hackers, hobbyists

Repository: https://github.com/ArcaEge/capacitor-alarm-clock · C · MIT · 5 stars

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