Originally Posted By: Orac
Hint: Connecting to to an AC power source might be more interesting.


Well, I can see that, in fact one of the first things I thought of was that an AC source might do some good things, but then it is best to take small steps. Starting out with the simplest design is probably best. After BestSimple finishes that then he can start elaborating on it.

Bill Gill

C is not the speed of light in a vacuum.
C is the universal speed limit.