Exploding Glitter Bomb 4.0 vs. Package Thieves
Synopsis
A pound of glitter explodes from a custom-built bait package designed by Mark Rober to deter package thieves in the United States.
Synopsis
Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer, sets a trap for package thieves with his latest invention, Glitter Bomb 4.0. The device, designed to deter theft, releases a pound of glitter and features a GPS tracker. Rober details the engineering process behind the device, including upgrades like a pneumatic lid and a two-chambered glitter cup. As thieves open the package, they are met with surprises, including a car horn and a cloud of glitter. Rober aims to address the two million packages stolen annually in the U.S.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the creative engineering behind Glitter Bomb 4.0.
- Find out what surprises await package thieves.
- Meet the thieves reacting to the Glitter Bomb's effects.
Did You Know
- 2 million packages are stolen from porches every year.
- The Glitter Bomb 4.0 has five major upgrades compared to previous versions.
- The air pressure in the Glitter Bomb is set to 80 psi.
- The glitter cup design allows for glitter to be fired three separate times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glitter Bomb 4.0 designed to do?
Glitter Bomb 4.0 is designed to deter package thieves by exploding with glitter and recording the theft on four phones.
What are the major upgrades in Glitter Bomb 4.0?
The major upgrades include a pneumatic lid launch system, a car horn for added excitement, and a two-chambered glitter cup that releases glitter three times.
How many packages are stolen from porches each year?
Approximately 2 million packages are stolen from porches every year.
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