Smokin On That Bell Pack

 

Hello, reader!

This is my action project for Unit #3 of "Light, Sound, & Time." Throughout this unit, we have delved into the world of time, its measurement, and how we use time in our day to day lives. We began by exploring how time is used to determine the longitude and latitude at sea through GMT or the position of the sun at noon. The fundamentals of sundials, arc calculations, etc. With space as the backdrop, we dove into general relativity and time dilation. In a fascinating discussion, Taylor Hoyt shared his experiences of studying astronomy and cosmic phenomena with us. We also looked into the physics of pendulums and advanced math behind them. Overall, this unit provided a broad understanding of time, its measurement, and the exciting discoveries it can unlock in the world around us. For this action project I designed a clock using an alternative method of telling time. Enjoy!

 

 

Origin: 

The history of humans smelling cooked food to know the time goes back to ancient times when people relied heavily on their senses to determine the readiness of their food. Cooking food over an open flame was a time-consuming process and required close monitoring to ensure it was cooked thoroughly and evenly. In many cultures, cooking times were estimated by visual cues such as changes in the color, texture or juiciness of the food. However, the sense of smell was often used as another tool to help determine the readiness of the food. As food cooks, it emits a variety of smells that change depending on the temperature and duration of cooking. The aromas that are released from cooking meat, vegetables, or grains become more intense and develop into distinct flavors as the food approaches being fully cooked. By using their sense of smell, people could get an approximate sense of how cooked their food was and when it was ready to eat. As humans evolved and developed more sophisticated cooking techniques and tools, the reliance on smell as a means of determining cooking time has gradually decreased, but it still remains an important factor in many cultures and culinary traditions around the world. The Smoking Time Teller was built with this concept and human instinct in mind.

Audience in mind: This time telling device would be extremely useful for a church or central area in a small town. Even potentially a family with 100+ acres of farmland. It effectively replaces the bell clock that most 


How it works:

The Smoking Time Teller is an innovative smoker that uses a magnifying glass set at a 45° angle to ignite wood chips for smoking turkey legs, brisket, and bacon. As the meat cooks in its smoky goodness, a temperature probe monitors its cooking progress. Once the meat is 90% done, the temperature probe will automatically open a hatch in the smoker, allowing the tantalizing aroma of deliciously smoked meat to waft through the air. This unique feature ensures that the taste and aroma are perfectly balanced, providing a mouth-watering sensory experience like no other. With its efficient design and advanced technology, the Smoking Time Teller is a must-have for outdoor cooking enthusiasts who want to enjoy perfectly smoked meats every time, without requiring constant attention.