Pong

From: Ethan Dicks <dickset_at_amanda.spole.gov>
Date: Sun Sep 26 17:56:49 2004

On Sun, Sep 26, 2004 at 05:51:33PM -0400, David V. Corbin wrote:
> >> Fred Cisin wrote:
> >>> If you really want a mechanical version, howzbout using a
> >>> large sheet of plywood, a small plastic ball, and handheld paddles?
>
> I heard some references to this type of system, while it seems rather
> primitive I am considering doing further research with the goal of
> (possibly) implementing such a system if the materials are still available.
> My biggest concern before embarking on such an endeavor is that I can find
> no reference to what type of power was required for this system....

An inefficient chemical reaction powers the analog feedback loop and
ball-return mechanism.

-ethan

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