Stavros Kiri
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More: 1. Scanner Radio (as an app) [includes UHF/VHF radio etc.] 2. Microphone (as an app) [and voice amplifier].
Stavros Kiri said:2) Mutual [authorised] location [detection] (via GPS) for groups of people (apps)
In this case I meant mutual authorization among the users (of the app), in the groupanorlunda said:The word authorized makes me smile. What allows authorized uses and disallows unauthorized ones?
Is there ever any damage to the camera sensor? I guess the user keeps it all on the move which is the equivalent of a screen saver at the other end.jack action said:I would've never thought of this one: Welding helmet.
Isn't this basically use of the camera? (i.e. in that sense already covered ... (?) )jack action said:I would've never thought of this one: Welding helmet.
I get you mean. Agreedsophiecentaur said:Not just the same. It uses the compression of the contrast ratio of the camera system as eye protection so I would say it's a significant addition to the applications. There are a lot more tenuous suggestions further up the thread.
Yes but the size and shape also contribute. I think it's very clever.Stavros Kiri said:Isn't this basically use of the camera?
True, however as camera alone there can be dosens (if not more) individual, more specialized uses. Are we to count all these separately, as new numbers in the list, or just 'camera, [+video, etc.]'? That's the real question. E.g. one more smart one (if not included already - is it? - I do not recall at the moment): "surveillance camera (e.g. for home, garage etc.) [near control or even remote via e.g. Skype or remote use functions of the phone etc. ...]"anorlunda said:Yes but the size and shape also contribute. I think it's very clever.
I think you may be giving this question an over-rigorous PF-type treatment. It is only a bit of fun so don't get too worked up about it. If you want really good, endless entertainment with a topic you can really get your teeth into, just follow the aeroplane lift discussions.Stavros Kiri said:Are we to count all these separately, as new numbers in the list, or just 'camera, [+video, etc.]'?
What kind of a peply is that?! (and also endorsed with a like by the OP, who also happens to be a mentor ! ... ...)sophiecentaur said:I think you may be giving this question an over-rigorous PF-type treatment. It is only a bit of fun so don't get too worked up about it. If you want really good, endless entertainment with a topic you can really get your teeth into, just follow the aeroplane lift discussions.
I think the topic is fitting well here, as smartphones are important tools by now, everywhere ...anorlunda said:I agree with @sophiecentaur . We have no rigorous definitions in this thread. It is mostly just fun.
Perhaps this topic should have been under general discussions, but it's late for that now.
Hammers are important tools, too and the Physics of hammers is actually very absorbing - and good Physics. Things that you can use hammers for has a bit of mileage - momentum, kinetic energy and levers. But hitting blue nails or red nails would have limited appeal and would probably not take 179+ Posts.Stavros Kiri said:I think the topic is fitting well here, as smartphones are important tools by now, everywhere ...
Welding helmets do have more appeal though, and I liked that idea too (truly brilliant, innovative and useful), as already agreed.sophiecentaur said:Hammers are important tools, too and the Physics of hammers is actually very absorbing - and good Physics. Things that you can use hammers for has a bit of mileage - momentum, kinetic energy and levers. But hitting blue nails or red nails would have limited appeal and would probably not take 179+ Posts.
No one should get upset about a small fun-poke here.
Correction (typo): "I get what you mean. Agreed"Stavros Kiri said:I get you mean. Agreed
Using that same smart idea I used my phone as protection etc. to view the recent solar eclipse. So, here's one more: Solar [Eclipse] Glasses ...sophiecentaur said:Not just the same. It uses the compression of the contrast ratio of the camera system as eye protection so I would say it's a significant addition to the applications. There are a lot more tenuous suggestions further up the thread.
That system may not always be safe for the poor old sensor. A camera with a shutter and mechanical aperture stop will limit the possible damage to a sensor but phones don't have that. Otoh, the lens is small so perhaps the power flux is safe. Not like an f1.7 50mm SLR lens!Stavros Kiri said:Using that same smart idea I used my phone as protection etc. to view the recent solar eclipse. So, here's one more: Solar [Eclipse] Glasses ...
[It worked + taking pictures too ...]
I just put the camera in 'Auto'. As far as I know it's safe. I've never seen any damage on any phone with that, and I take pictures with sun on the back or center all the time (& with a variety of phones) ...sophiecentaur said:That system may not always be safe for the poor old sensor. A camera with a shutter and mechanical aperture stop will limit the possible damage to a sensor but phones don't have that. Otoh, the lens is small so perhaps the power flux is safe. Not like an f1.7 50mm SLR lens!
I don't think that would help because the sensor is not covered by a mechanical shutter. It has to be because the lens is so tiny - a fraction of the power going in, compared with a big camera.Stavros Kiri said:I just put the camera in 'Auto'.
(Sorry for the delay in replying) I'm not very familiar how phone cameras and sensors work (you probably know more), just out of practice.sophiecentaur said:I don't think that would help because the sensor is not covered by a mechanical shutter. It has to be because the lens is so tiny - a fraction of the power going in, compared with a big camera.
Yep, I remember that solar imaging item. The problem with solar photos is that, for anything other than very basic images, you need a very narrow band Hydrogen Alpha filter which involves an etalon and lots of money. Sunspots are doable though, if you can force a much reduced exposure value.
Clearly it's not a problem cos we can see it working and not for the first time on the video. But the flux density from the arc, viewed from a distance of a few tens of cm will probably be less than the Solar constant, anyway. A bigger risk is to get some molten steel droplet landing on the lens. A glass / plastic screen would probably be a good idea. Those spatters get everywhere - hands, clothes and anything else on the bench.Stavros Kiri said:How much of what you say also becomes a problem too though in the original welding helmet idea? ...
It makes sensesophiecentaur said:Clearly it's not a problem cos we can see it working and not for the first time on the video. But the flux density from the arc, viewed from a distance of a few tens of cm will probably be less than the Solar constant, anyway. A bigger risk is to get some molten steel droplet landing on the lens. A glass / plastic screen would probably be a good idea. Those spatters get everywhere - hands, clothes and anything else on the bench.
The whole notion of a civilised war is paradoxical. The 'rules' of war have always been crazy - like the initial ban on using crossbows to kill christians, because the injuries were so horrific. Civilians are very vulnerable because they don't make the rules of the time.anorlunda said:Below are the plus and minus sides of the same news item.
Concur. The ban on crossbows during warfare refers to publications by Pope Innocent II before his papacy while representing the Catholic church at the Concordat of Worms and later as disputed pope. Crossbow bolts produced injuries consistent with other war weapons at that time but extended the carnage to knights wearing armor.sophiecentaur said:The whole notion of a civilised war is paradoxical. The 'rules' of war have always been crazy - like the initial ban on using crossbows to kill christians, because the injuries were so horrific. Civilians are very vulnerable because they don't make the rules of the time.
Here is not a strictly mathematical relationship but if I spend $100 for a mobile devise, it better last no less than 5 years. If I spend $300 then it better last 13 to 16 years.jedishrfu said:We always forget the brick when you can no longer charge it or it no longer gets updates because its obsolete.