If IKEA Made Geeky Furniture Part 17: Star Trek Lamp
This is an item I had trouble narrowing down to one application. The warp core from Star Trek (Next Generation version depicted), can be turned into many things. A floor lamp, desk lamp, lantern, USB hub, power switch, wireless router, and a universal recharger just to name a few. I think it’s really iconic and I’m a bit surprised no one has turned it into a gadget for geeks.
My favorite application would be a combination of a desk lamp and USB hub/universal charger. It would look like your source of power! And much like how it was seen in the show, it works in the background, and is not too distracting.
Here is a desktop version that features a USB Hub:
I added a case so the two conduits at the rear can attach to something. I think it would look cool on the desk.
I wouldn't mind having it encased in glass (left), or on a simple base (right).
My second favorite use would be a floor lamp (depicted top left). You know those tall paper lamps IKEA has? I think this could be done in a similar fashion.
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Posted on December 29, 2011, in Electronics, Furniture, Toys and tagged Dave's IKEA, Furniture, Star Trek. Bookmark the permalink. 8 Comments.
think this could be modified into the cryogenics lab embryo storage unit from Jurassic Park? http://www.therpf.com/f9/jurassic-park-embryo-storage-cryogenic-laboratory-unit-126770/ I have a lantern that look similar, but a floor lamp would be really cool…
Oh definitely. The warp core is a little more appropriate as a power source gadget, but no reason the coolant chamber can’t do the same.
I can’t find it, but a Canadian made a fridge model that telescopes just like the JP embryo storage. Very energy efficient, minimizes loss of cold air. Unfortunately his invention hasn’t been adopted for mass production, which is a shame.
I just felt the need to mention I love the name of it.
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OMG pleeaseee get this made!
This *has* to be made.
Should try putting this on Kickstarter. I guarantee there will be people that would be willing to help fund this (so that I can buy one when they come out).