Ferrite is now open for backing! Check it out on Kickstarter.
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I can’t think of anyone who isn’t fascinated by magnets. They exist in a realm outside our comprehension; an invisible yet tangible force, showing up only in the effect they have on the surrounding world. However, there is a way to visualize the forms and the waves that magnets create, and that is through ferrofluid.
Ferrofluid is a liquid suspension of ferromagnetic particles. It reacts and conforms to magnetic waves, while also exhibiting properties of a fluid. Ferrofluid has been used extensively in hardware, and in art. But until now, there has been few consumer options available. That’s where Ferrite comes in. And with funding, it can become a reality.
Ferrite is a elegantly crafted and exceptionally functional vessel for containing ferrofluid. However, it is just a prototype and proof of concept; I need funding to engineer two major components of the design.The first is the glass. In order to reduce staining and contamination from the ferrofluid, I would like to engineer a glass container with a superhydrophobic coating to prevent oil build-up. I believe this combination will allow for a significantly longer product lifetime, and will optimize the clarity and performance of the vessel.
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I have designed two vessels as well as other tiers for pricing. The smaller vessel, named Ferro, will cost $100 plus shipping expenses. The larger vessel, named Ferrite, will cost $125 plus shipping. I have created a Ferrite prototype as a proof of concept.
Below is a gallery of some other images and renderings, including details and other actions shots of the prototype. We are currently shooting and editing video for a full demonstration.
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