Candle flicker algorithm and hardware

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the creation of battery-operated candles that mimic the flickering of real candles. Participants explore the complexity of developing an algorithm and implementing it into hardware, particularly for those with limited knowledge of electrical engineering.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses interest in making their own flickering candle and questions the complexity of creating such a device, particularly regarding the need for custom hardware for the algorithm.
  • Another participant mentions an article in Nuts&Volts that covers theory and construction of electronic candles, suggesting it as a resource.
  • There is a repeated mention of the article, indicating interest in its content, but also a note that the link to it appears to be broken.
  • A participant shares a link to a different resource related to candle flicker circuits and wonders about the size of the circuit.
  • Another participant suggests that the library could be a potential source for finding the article, indicating a search for alternative resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the complexity of the project or the availability of resources, as some links are broken and there are varying suggestions for where to find information.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding the availability of specific articles and resources, as well as the participants' varying levels of knowledge in electrical engineering, which may affect their ability to implement the discussed ideas.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in DIY electronics, particularly those looking to create decorative or functional battery-operated candles.

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I was looking at some of those battery operated candles that flicker like real candles, and asked myself, "how hard would that be to make?" The main problem being, I have very little knowledge of electrical engineering. Even if I had an algorithm, I wouldn't know how to implement it into hardware.

http://www.jacksonshomeandgarden.com/ledcandles.aspx?gclid=CIyi9Yeyi4YCFQdMGgodB2VAFw

I thought it would be neat to make my own, and just hollow out real candles.
How complex is the problem of creating such a device? Does the hardware have to be made custom for the algorithm?

Where can I start?
 
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There was a nice article in Nuts&Volts covering both some theory and construction of electronic candles.

Perhaps their website might have it available.
 
NoTime said:
There was a nice article in Nuts&Volts covering both some theory and construction of electronic candles.

Perhaps their website might have it available.

Neat, i'll have to check it out. :cool:
 
It appears the link is broken when I do a search on their site. When I check out the cached page by google, it's just a short paragraph telling the reader that the candle circuitry info is in that particular issue.
 
phile said:
It appears the link is broken when I do a search on their site. When I check out the cached page by google, it's just a short paragraph telling the reader that the candle circuitry info is in that particular issue.
There is always the library. :smile:
 

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