Sept. 30, 2018 - Version 2

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Jan

Version 2 released for testing. All features are working, save for a faulty solenoid on the gas cylinder and a flotation device with an incompatible PSI rating, but hey, that could happen to anyone!

So what feature requests do we want for version 3? Let's make this purrfect! :3

David Klandagi • 09/30/2018

An anti-Wolf device, but that would defeat all the fun.

JDancer2017 • 09/30/2018

You should try.... It actually getting sent into another webcomic universe.

Lee M • 09/30/2018

David Klandagi: I don't think the laws of physics would even allow an anti-Wolf device to exist. It's my theory that Wolf exists to hasten the end of the universe by increasing the amount of disorder within it.

Shockwave07 • 09/30/2018

Well... Still buggy.

Version 3 should use a virtual sun, complete with light and warming element.

Rocketroo • 09/30/2018

....a pry-bar to get the kitties off the ceiling after testing......

Brighttail • 09/30/2018

I agree, stationary box with a bunch of mirrors and arrays that 'directs' the sunlight to remain on the box. The focus of such an array would have to be purrfect else things could end up flammable. In that case you need fire suppression system that could be a lawn sprinkler or CO2 canister that goes off to neutralize the flames.

JSStryker • 09/30/2018

@Rocketroo I was just thinking of her hanging from the ceiling with her back arched, tail straight up(down?) and her fur all poofed out!

Silverwolf • 09/30/2018 • edited

How about a tesla-based perimeter defense system in case of household intrusion?

High frequency electricity has the advantage of being nonlethal (it tends to ride over the surface of a body rather than running right through it, and I have seen a Tesla trap used as a nonlethal trap for dealing with hostage situations) as well as effective.

And it might come back to bite Wolfram in the end. "Come on, Jessie, I've been getting phone calls from Jan, you need to go to work..." fzzt "OW!" fzzt "OW! of all the things to work flawlessly..." fzzt "OW!" fzzt "OW!" fzzt "OW!"

Maryalee • 09/30/2018

@David Klandagi, @Lee M; Nothing is foolproof against a sufficiently advanced fool. I would argue Wolf is the Apex of this class.

Unrelated comment: Jan, what are the insurance premiums like where they live???

So, the only way Version 2.0 failed was in the premature triggering of the flotation device. Instead of using gas, maybe some version of foam, with a limited volume so it's only sufficient to float the box. This is Wolf, so Occam's Razor is key.

AlyxVixen • 09/30/2018

@Mayalee "Our insurance policy covers all eventualities, save from Acts of God, nuclear war and Acts of Wolfram."

A passenger defense mechanism!!! ... though the idea just reminded me of the Earthquake beds... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slQwB0uCZkc

William • 09/30/2018

Thanks for the long laugh. I needed that.

Pufnstuff • 09/30/2018

An ejection seat, of course!

William • 09/30/2018

For version 3. I'm into rockets. How about launching it with rockets.

soriac • 09/30/2018

The tragedy: Shieras box didn't even move much :-( How about a self-destruct mechanism? No, wait, this version already has one... V3 should have nuclear powered rubber tracks and reinforced structures, plus online capabilities to post the status on twitter, give appropriate updates on the fly by Wolf and order replacement glass. Online capabilities are very important these days, nothing can be called v.3 without being online.

Kaelgren • 09/30/2018

Shock collar system that deactivates box as it exits building!!!

Interstate2011 • 09/30/2018

That invention is kind of a failure.

Interstate2011 • 09/30/2018

I hope none of the gas or anything harmful gets in contact with Phil or Shiera.

Kangaar Foxfire • 09/30/2018

The Nap Box (TM) has no weatherproofing for if kitty owners want to sun out in the fresh air. The batteries would have exploded a lot sooner had Jan had been caught out in the rain. Those hazard cones may blow over if someone opens the front door on a windy day. Is the box equipped with anti-static to prevent data corruption if feline fur discharges into the circuitry?

Panther • 09/30/2018

HUH ; how Phil hasn't warned Shiera about it , knowing what happened with the salad spinner ? 0_o

Now , i bet he'll find her naked and deaf and clawed to the ceiling ^_^"

I let you imagine what you want for the V3 , Jan . One thing being requested : this needs to be not built by Wolf XD

ndrvr • 09/30/2018

@Interstate2011 it's just Helium ^^.

Sure thing Shiera's wide awake now. And that funny, high pitched voice......

David Klandagi • 09/30/2018

LeeM and MaryLee, I made my comment when I had a fever. Obviously I was delirious and nothing I typed should be taken as even remotely possible. I have a better chance of quantum tunnelling into platform 9 3/4ths.

Vartra • 09/30/2018

A bunch of good ideas here if you're Wolf, but a realistic solution is a simple size increase. Make it too big to fit through the door.

Philippe • 09/30/2018

People, people: How can you possibly forget the most important part of the whole process?? How can Wolf possibly progress without feedback from the young lady---make sure the cameras are ready I don't want to miss a single moment of this interaction.

Dreit • 09/30/2018

Version three could be teleport or time machine, I don't know which is better. After testing it on himself he would say something like "Great Scott, what a waste of my precious time!" and destroy it. (but who knows, maybe Jan will take one try and accidentally teleport himself into shower where Phill showers? Why the hell this came to my mind?!)

michael • 09/30/2018

What an invention. Endless possibilities. Reminds me of the first lawn mawing robots. You leave an opening because you dont like prisons and off it goes on a stroll...

Typhoon • 09/30/2018

Now let's see. The recorder evidence shows the basic design worked as intended so no need for drastic changes.

The water detection failed and need to be redone. Maybe an electric circuit between sides or the switch from ohne of those submersion pumps?

A bang on activation of the flotation device is actually good and should be retained. Self destruct of the flotation device is however unacceptable and all that Helium is expensive. I wonder if a few old Airbags from scrap cars Wcould do the Trick. At last the Charges. Also useful in collisions.

And how about some purr frequency detection to optimize alignment and maybe induce some resonant vibrations?

Spring • 09/30/2018

How about... Making one for Jessie? I get the feeling she'd like a nice catnap

Unknown from Localhost • 09/30/2018

Well if it tends to drive you around add a SnoozePillow(TM), Cooler, Soundproof Cabin so no one can distract you, Fire Extinguisher and Cupholder.

Jazmare • 09/30/2018

Version 3 needs be a Hover Napper Box, w/gps tracking, auto pillow fluff (for when the pillow just goes flat) and object avoidance sensors.

Delisle • 09/30/2018

@Panther: Exactly what I thought..., most important feature of Nap Box version 3 is that it NOT be built by Wolf!

LOL last panel..., I don't imagine we'll see the aftermath, but would sure like to!

Sevs • 09/30/2018

Make this thing solar powered. I mean, it's already designed for being in the sun. It's a win win situation.

Anubis • 10/01/2018

Cat on ceiling, horse with afro

Katnik • 10/01/2018

Make it a line-following robot, so it can't leave a pre-designated track. Nothing can go wrong. go wrong. go wrong. go wrong. I know, here's a great safety feature , make Wolf sleep in it for a week before anyone else tries. Inventors should work out their own bugs, right ? On the other hand, maybe just build a greenhouse so it won't matter which way the sun is shining. Or get an electric blanket. Don't let Wolf "improve" it !

abrachoo • 10/01/2018

It works on land and on water. The only way left to go is up!

Jeremy • 10/01/2018

It should have a hypnosis function for when the occupant has trouble sleeping.

Delta P Hawk • 10/01/2018

She is so cute like that..

Robin Bobcat • 10/02/2018

The hazard diamond is a nice touch.

Silverwolf • 10/02/2018 • edited

A working magnetic fusion reactor. Truly, the great comic irony, that Wolf would create something beneficial to the world, safe, and functional...one of the greatest advances in high-yield renewable energy, and it's being used to power a catnap box.

Dragon Furry • 10/02/2018 • edited

Make it a hoverbox. Ofcause the floor needs to be all cobber for it to hover around. See those real life hoverboards*. Then when if it moves outside the room it is in. I can't move any further.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSheVhmcYLA

Cat Pat • 10/02/2018

What if it had some sort of hypnotic device that backfires and turns the next person who sits in it into wolfs servant

Lily • 10/02/2018

@jeremy Hypno-Jessie? She’d probably fall for it lol

WolfenReader • 10/03/2018

Yikes, how will they pry Shiera from the ceiling after THAT? XD I see this sequence ending with Wolf either being pursued by a clowder or some kind of retribution being visited on him! XD

WB101 • 10/03/2018 • edited

dives under desk SHOTS FIRED!

blink blink Oh I see.

Wolf = Chaos Engine nod nod

Well then... Nap BoxV3 needs a cup-holder (of course), and some fuzzy dice, and a comfortable headset playing some easy-listening tunes... oh and maybe a built-in heartbeat and brain wave monitor (This IS Wolf we're talking about. Think he'd ever pass up the opportunity to capture some additional 'telemetry data’?), oh and a fire suppression apparatus, and a quick-link to emergency responder units... :D

Panther • 10/04/2018

@ WB101 :

Nap box V3 MUST have a nuclear shelter for the sleeper , too ^_^"

Donkey • 10/04/2018

My question is, Why do they keep trusting Wolf!?! They know better than that!

John Dunkelburg • 10/05/2018

The flotation ring needs an option that it will only inflate when it encounters water. Maybe include an alarm clock function the occupant can set to wake them up so they don't oversleep.

AncientWolf • 10/06/2018

If the box never leaves the house (or apartment), then it doesn't need a flotation device. If it must move around, then use one of those "electronic fences" for dogs (only, don't shock the kitty!) or program it to stay in a particular room much the same way as a Roomba or other robot. I think a lot of the other suggestions people have come up with would either turn kitty into a crispy critter or a furcicle. The pillow, music, and nap timer, are good ideas. Making the box a bit larger would be more comfortable, I think, but then I've seen cats squeeze into things that shouldn't be possible for them to get into. How about a kitty treat dispenser...catnip, anyone?

Speaking of catnip, that reminds me...a male tuxedo cat G.E.L.F. (Genetically Engineered Life Form) character in a story series of mine, happens to like drinking alcoholic beverages made from fermented catnip juice from time to time. Do they have anything similar in your story?

Katnik • 10/06/2018

Simple solution, ditch the battery and make it an A.C. powered unit. If it tries to leave the room, it pulls the plug and goes dead. The motor, I mean, not the sleeper. Of course, since this is a Wolfram invention, mere double insulation will not suffice - at least quad insulated, protected by five fuses and a G.F.I. * sigh * it'll never pass the U.L. inspection, but we can dream.

Shockwave07 • 10/06/2018

@AncientWolf: Can't say about drinking (though it must exist here too...), but it has made for some interesting seasoning!

https://www.tigerknight.com/99/2018-02-18

GiacomoHawkins • 10/07/2018

Battery ⇒ Explosion. Compressed air ⇒ Explosion.

With all due respect to Wolf, he is trying to apply an engineering solution to a biological problem. If he is willing to experiment outside of his field (namely anything that is less likely to cause an explosion), he might dabble in biology. Perhaps gene splice a plant that has mobility to follow sunlight and will drag the box along with it. The Windex folks already have a prototype for him to start with: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUduDnLYIiw

Interstate2011 • 10/08/2018

@ndrvr It's not just the gas... it's also that somehow, all the windows' glass broke, and the shards could hurt anyone, especially certain bare feet, and get into ears, too.

Sammy • 10/08/2018

And, of course, there's Shiera...

There once was a lion named Shiera, Whose friend Wolf said "I'll help-ya", "If you get into this cube", "You'll sleep like a dude", But the flotation device went BANG-GA!

Tigerlover • 10/14/2018

Being me here, that I have wolf's steaks for lunch! :D

ace country • 10/14/2019

i got five bucks that says the last panel is a reference to the spongebob episode band geeks when they blew the windows out of that warehouse with that massive explosive note lmao

Myrra • 11/26/2019

This is from a year ago but I doubt ill be able to use this random knowledge, the diamond on the machine has a meaning: blue=health hazard, yellow=reactivity, red=flammability, and the bottom is extra info. the question now becomes wtf did wolf put in that canister because I went pourin od sds and nfpa info and found no gas that fits the profile

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