Hacking the Fluorescent Light

DynaSoar writes "MSNBC reports on an elegant hack performed on the common fluorescent tube. By mixing phosphorescent material with the usual white fluorescent material, American Environmental Products has developed a tube that continues to glow when shut off. Originally intended for submarines, and then used in places where terrorists could disrupt services, they are also perfect for power outages, providing some light so you don't have to thrash around in the dark looking for your candles and flashlights. Since the 'hack' is inside the tube, they can also be removed from their fixtures and carried around, as well as provide light even if they're shattered."

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[nxtr]

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Re:Bleh

[Profane MuthaFucka]

It's actually a war against a limited group of people in Iraq and Afghanistan. We're still waiting for the Department of Homeland Security and other agencies to hire some actual security experts who might help them to be more effective against terrorists anywhere else.

I guess that description's too long and not catchy enough.