Making a periscope

The idea

I’ve been thinking about constructing a periscope - the DIY way.

So, oneday I bought 2 3”x3” mirrors for under half a dollar. (Rs. 20). I needed to design a cardboard cutout, then fold it correctly to form the shape of the periscope.

After some trials and references lookups on the net, I arrived at this.

I am leaving out a lot of other details as to how to fold and other step-by-step instructions - as it would spoil the thrill of making something new.

So I ended up with a modular design of the periscope and I feel happy about how it turned out. This design can be extended to make the periscope taller, make the periscope look at what’s behind - by making a C shaped periscope!

Happy making!

Was'nt this nice and sweet?

☮ Luv.. ☮