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Innovative engineering: Tuning into news with a handmade, battery-free radio in China

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This is the impressive moment that a young boy meticulously selecting frequencies on a homemade radio that operated without electricity, tuning into various news broadcasts.

On November 23, 2024, in Yingcheng, Hubei, the video vividly captured the boy's concentration as he adjusted the handmade device to clearly receive radio stations. This DIY radio, constructed based on the principles of a crystal radio set, did not require any power source to function.

The structure and functionality of the radio were clearly demonstrated, highlighting the simplicity and effectiveness of using basic electromagnetic principles to capture audio signals from the air.

The vlogger explained that ambient radio signals are omnipresent and can be harnessed through electromagnetic induction. By connecting a simple antenna to a specially designed circuit, the radio picked up these signals, allowing for the reception of live broadcasts without the need for batteries or external power.

The video concluded with the successful reception of news from a local station, proving the functionality of this ingeniously simple technology.

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