Loudest mechanical keyboard globally debuts, incorporating relays and firecrackers to generate sound
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Hear ye, hear ye! uwo's lab unleashed the deafening world's loudest mechanical keyboard on their Twitch channel, and it's a wild ride. Starting off with a 65% keyboard strapped to a breadboard, they added relays, linear actuators, and a steel plate for a rhythmic metallic clattering. But they didn't stop there. Oh no, they tossed in a steel tongue drum with a pair of air-powered rubber mallets, ready to dance with every key press.
The grand finale? A sizzling heating coil primed to ignite a swift burst of firecrackers when a blistering typing speed is hit. Due to programming constraints, they opted for a manuel activation with a battery. And, when that fuse blew, they just lit it with a trusty old lighter and let the fireworks fly.
The 5-hour Twitch extravaganza was a whirlwind of wires, cables, and pneumatic hoses, making for quite the spectacle – and don't forget the keyboard amidst the chaos.
We're a bit bummed about the firecracker feature, as we dream of shattering our typing speed record with a (safe) four-alarm celebration. Yet, uwo's lab's creativity never ceases to astound us. This zany mechanical keyboard invention is the craziest we've seen in ages.
This marvel might not elevate gaming immersion quite like that vast tank simulator or that racing setup that launches you from your seat on impact, but it'll certainly liven up your workspace. And we're not entirely sure your boss or colleagues would find it as amusing as you do, especially if you're tapping away while donning the premium wireless gaming headsets with noise-cancelling tech for the team (and every other soul's) suffering.
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The world's loudest mechanical keyboard, brought to life by uwo's lab, is a spectacular DIY project that combines a 65% mechanical keyboard with an array of sound-producing components to foster a one-of-a-kind typing experience. Here's a closer look at its key features:
Essential Components
- Core Keyboard: The base of the build is a standard 65% mechanical keyboard that offers the fundamental typing mechanism.
- Relays and Actuators: Connected to the keyboard are relays and linear actuators that strike a steel plate, producing a loud, resounding noise in response to each key press.
- Steel Tongue Drum: An integral component is the steel tongue drum, which comes equipped with two air-powered rubber mallets to create symphonic harmonies in sync with key presses.
- Firecrackers: For the grand finale, uwo's lab opted to incorporate firecrackers. When a predetermined typing speed is surpassed, a heating coil is activated, leading to the explosion of firecrackers. Nonetheless, in the live demonstration, the coil was manually activated due to programming challenges.
This zany mechanical keyboard, created by uwo's lab, is not just a gadget, but a symphony of technology, combining smartphones with a 65% mechanical keyboard, relays, actuators, a steel tongue drum, and even firecrackers to offer a unique typing experience. As for your workspace, pairing this keyboard with the latest smartphones could undoubtedly add a touch of novelty, but make sure your colleagues appreciate the enhanced sound effects before donning premium wireless gaming headsets.
