Will it Burn - Episode 1

Ever use a magnifying glass to smoke something? Ever wonder what a really, really big lens could do? Dr. Blip wondered too, and when he saw a three-by-four-foot Fresnel lens offered by American Science and Surplus, he just had to see what it would do to a hard drive. Here are the results, in the first of a series of “Will it Burn” videos, wherein we explore the combustibility of various items in the safety of the Nevada desert. Yes this is a knock-off of –er-- inspired by “Will it Blend” – and it’s much, much more fun (and more dangerous, as you will see in the out-take).

Enjoy this first installment, and please post your comments. We’re interested in your feedback, including ideas about what to “focus” on next.

Please note: no live PC components were harmed in the making of this film.