Tellurium Atom Circles Above a Pencil in Miniature Scale
Kicking it old-school but in a modern twist, Frans controversially proves that scale models ain't always about being huge. Hailing the teeny-tiny territory, Frans' Micro Tellurium measures up just about the width of a pencil - roughly 7 millimeters across. This petite size allows for a snug fit on top of your everyday writing utensil, making it the perfect pocket pal for a mini solar system adventure.
Now, don't get this tangled with tellurium - the chemical element, that is. Despite the shared roots, our Tellurium here consists primarily of brass, sparingly adorned with ball-bearings for the Earth and Moon. The construction process involved a whirlwind collaboration of manual milling and precision CNC machining, all culminating in a video demonstration that'll leave you in awe.
The mini mechanical marvel rotates with such grace and finesse, simulating the orbital dance of the moon around Earth and Earth around the sun. The secret sauce? Carefully crafted rods and a rubber O-ring, meticulously designed to produce a tiny timekeeper of the cosmos.
However, our space ranger Frans ran into a few cosmic speed bumps. As a result of the chosen axle's girth, the minuscule moon orbits Earth at half the speed it ideally should when staggering through the solar system. But hey, when going after smallness, trade-offs are inevitable. Still, Frans is over the moon with this project's success, and who can blame him? It's a mesmerizing feat of tiny terrific craftsmanship, making Marvel's microverse seem run-of-the-mill.
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[1] Frans’ Micro Tellurium: The Tiniest Tellurium Yet[2] The History and Craftsmanship of Telluriums[3] Miniaturized Galaxy: Exploring the Possibilities of Reduced Dimensions in Models of the Universe
[1] Frans’ Micro Tellurium, the latest addition to Frans’ collection, showcases the integration of miniature technology into the realm of space-and-astronomy gadgets, boasting technology that allows for a precise depiction of astronomical activities in a fraction of the size, making it a prime example of the advancements in science through technology.
[2] The Tiny Terrific Craftsmanship series, featuring Frans’ Micro Tellurium, captures the essence of innovation in the field of space-and-astronomy models by exploring the application of metalworking techniques such as manual milling, precision CNC machining, and the use of materials like brass and ball-bearings, paving the way for new frontiers in the miniature world of science and technology.
