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This is actually a fairly well implemented effect.  It does use a fairly powerful laser, so care should be taken when using it where people can look into the output directly.

The nebula effect and distortion disk rotator are very reminiscent of products made by the daddy of effects projectors - optikinetics.

https://youtu.be/FEmFbQcpP2s

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Inside a spaceman laser nebula projector

This unit is actually pretty good. It produces an RGB nebula effect with a laser starfield. The design is solid and functional, with a neat magnetic swivel head for aiming the output. But I strongly recommend against using the laser option where people can view it directly, as the laser is quite bright and probably has a high invisible infrared content. For power the unit uses a USB supply with a current of around 500mA. The circuit board is logical and the optical system uses a novel cradle for edge-driving the nebula (distortion) disk. I mentioned Optikinetics who are an iconic effects projection company who originated in the disco era, and are still actively producing specialist effects projectors for prominent entertainment venues. (I've installed their equipment in Disney theme parks.) If you're looking for an original oil wheel, kaleidoscope effect or this nebula effect on a bigger scale, then Optikinetics are still the professional choice. (Not a sponsor.) https://optikinetics.co.uk/ If you enjoy these videos you can help support the channel with a dollar for coffee, cookies and random gadgets for disassembly at:- https://www.bigclive.com/coffee.htm This also keeps the channel independent of YouTube's algorithm quirks, allowing it to be a bit more dangerous and naughty. #ElectronicsCreators

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Curtis Hoffmann

I'm sorry, what were you saying? I spaced out there.

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