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Previous discussion on a build : https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=36945206

Another video explaining the physics behind the Tesla turbine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfCyzIbpLN4

See also Integza on YT (and a host of others, tbh). I love this tech and how approachable it is. I've also always wanted to build one of these.
I'm a little concerned about the statement on choosing the smallest size bearings as they can handle the greatest speed. is that true? I tend to use the largest bearings the space and my wallet will accommodate for wear and stability...but I tend to make things up
In the walkthrough this person mentions being 15 y.o. I look forward to seeing what they do over the following 15 years!
The video they posted on YouTube is from 11 Mar 2009 - so 14 years old. So the guy who did this is now 29.
Ha, wow good spotting!
If you just want one, there are surprisingly effective and super cheap pumps, search around for `everbuilt drill pump kit`. local hardware store probably has one for a few dollars.
Off-topic: since when does autodesk own instructables? Seems like a weird thing for them to get into
They own Fusion360, which is the most popular CAD program used by hobbyist maker types. I think they see Instructables as a funnel of sorts?