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Paul begins by acknowledging the stagnation he feels with his previous design involving springs. Despite his efforts and some satisfaction in having crafted it, he admits that the spring-based mechanism is effectively "dead in the water." His frustration stems from the inherent energy losses linked with springs—each expansion seemingly sapping a significant portion of energy that he needs for functionality. This insight compels him to look elsewhere, recognizing that springs might not be the optimal solution for his energy-harvesting ambitions.