Gadget Freak

Thanks to Design News for this Gadget Freak, featuring a tripple-barreled spud gun, charged with propane! Someone has had their chips.

Two PIC microcontrollers handle the User Interface, Azimuth and Elevation Aiming and Fire Control functions. Aiming is controlled with a joystick.

The Fire Control subsystem verifies a projectile is loaded in the selected barrel before injecting the controlled charge of fuel and that the barrel is armed before firing.

Remember, the system doesn't verify the operator's age, sobriety or aim - that's your responsibility! Take care out there - those potatoes are live.

Amt	Part Description
1	PIC18F452 Microcontroller
1	PIC16F88 Microcontroller
2	12V Rechargeable Battery
3	LED - Green
3	LED - Red
3	LED - Yellow
1	Buzzer - 5V
2	H-Bridge
1	4 MHz Crystal
2	Voltage Regulator - 5V
1	3-Axis Hall Effect Joystick with 5 NO Buttons
2	Mechtex DC Motor w/ 750:1 Gear Box, 12V
1	15" Telescope Base plus Azimuth Rocker and 2 Altitude Rings
3	Propane Torch Head
3	#26 Automotive Spark Plug
3	TTL Controlled Ignition Coil
3	Bosch Solenoid Injection Valves
	More batteries, plumbing, mechanical & electrical hardware and assorted passive electronic components (see text)