Hello everyone!
The title of the thread might seem a bit strange so let me explain what I mean. I've seen a few videos and read about some of the earlier engines such as the Stirling engine, and seen modern recreations or home-made versions of these types of engines and how some people have set them up with small generators to power a radio or a small light bulb. I've also seen examples of early batteries, such as a Voltaic pile. My question is, is it possible to create some sort of "grid" or electric power set up using a combination of some kind of engine and a simple battery? Something that has a sort of antique or even "steam-punk" aesthetic to it, but still functional? I've always appreciated how older machines and automobiles were built to be functional but with an obvious decorative touch to them. I would be needing it to power lighting, and charge laptops and mobile phones. Something that can be made with just wood, metal, glass, cloth, rubber etc. Preferably without any plastic parts unless necessary?
Thanks a lot!
