This Powerful, DIY Parabolic Mirror Can Burn Wood

This Powerful, DIY Parabolic Mirror Can Burn Wood

Video: This parabolic mirror isn’t quite as strong as the enormous mirrors on the world’s largest telescope but it can still be used for heating, cooking and casually turning wood black and smokey.

Plus, this version is made using the “space blankets” found at many stores and not fancy glass from a Japanese company.