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The stirling engine tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about a unique maker project where a miniature Stirling engine powers an ESP32-C3 microcontroller running CHIP-8 games like Tetris, Snake, and Pong on a 150 mW budget. The content focuses on the engineering challenge of maintaining stable power for modern hardware from an uneven heat engine output, including the use of an OLED screen, keypad, and voltage monitor. This tag is relevant for enthusiasts interested in low-power computing, alternative energy sources, and creative hardware builds that combine vintage engine technology with contemporary microcontrollers.
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    ESP32-C3 Stirling Computer Runs CHIP-8 Games on 150 mW

    A miniature Stirling engine is now doing more than spinning a flywheel on a workbench: Reddit maker PickentCode has built a wooden, fire-powered CHIP-8 computer around an ESP32-C3 that plays Tetris, Snake, and Pong while operating within a claimed 150-milliwatt power budget. The important...