Piezo Ignition: Optical Modification

I modified this piezo ignitor which pulses a small arc at the output. It also shocks the user if handled improperly. The upgrade is a fitted and reflective magnifier, which magnifies the light. This optic magnifier material consists of thermo-formed solid state polymer quartz, which also diffracts the pulsed light. It's consistent of a spring-loaded hammer, which, when the button is pressed, hits a crystal of PZT and ignites the gas inside. The forceful button sends electrons across the wires as a result of being electrically charged at a relatively high voltage and subsequent electrical discharge and deformation. A small plasma arc is made as a result of electrons firing from the mechanism and is magnified at the output. Optionally, I can use acrylic aerogel to isolate the risk of electrical shock .

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