Pacman Nebula

One more post before I crawl back into my creative cave. Here's what is known as the Pacman Nebula. It's about 50 light years across. The dark clouds inside of the blue area are known as Bok globules. Stars are formed there. The horizontal pillar on the left is evidence of very strong winds shaping the structure of gas. I just like it because I used to repair video games after I first learned electronics...way back when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. Sure have come a long ways since then. Well anyway, these photons were taken in December 2024. I sure am impressed with the resolution of this new camera (QSI 683). Makes processing simpler compared to my other camera. More images to come so please stay tuned.

 

The Calla Lily lamp is complete

Who is this old guy? He must be doing what he loves to do.

A look under the hood

This is dedicated to my wife, Erika. She has supported and encouraged me to do what I enjoy. It's about time I made a lamp for her.

Ventilation holes, but not needed since the LED bulbs don't get very warm

This is the look I was after, soft and warm. The lamp will go on Erika's night stand complete with a remote controlled on/ off button.

The base construction is covered in an earlier post. The top cover is easily removed to access the bulb.

Last, but not least, the 25 year old koi will be used in the next lampshade. I'm designing it right now. Please stay tuned...

 

Almost there...lamp wise

This is the layout for the lamp base glass. Just using the same colors used in the lampshade. The center glass mimics the stem of the calla lily.

Here are the basic parts of a lamp. The wooden spacer is made from a 40 year old shovel handle I had kept over the years.

Ready for install into the lamp base.

This is the lamp socket for the base. It's ready to be wired.

This is my very sophisticated wiring diagram...I mean a reminder not to get my wires crossed.

Wow, it looks like I know what I'm doing.

This rats nest is ready to go and be tested.

Whew! It works. Time to finish this project up.