This circuit with TTL output was found in a 1968 EEE. The transistor can be of general use. The tunnel diode is an uncommon component today.
This Schmitt trigger in current mode for frequencies up to 50 MHz was found in a 1969 Motorola manual....
VR can be from 50 to 220k it is recommended to connect a 100-ohm resistor in series. The lamp may...
This circuit was published in a 1977 English magazine, but remains current, since we can assemble it...