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Remote-controlled Bolts and Screws

Posted by CowboyNeal on from the long-distance-disassembly dept.

Winter writes "SMT Magazine has an article on intelligent fasteners (screws, bolts...) that can fasten themselves or by remote control. Usage for this seems mainly to make sure normal people cannot change parts in their car themselves, and only allow for authorized parts and service. Of course, a hacker might also have fun and disassemble the neighbours car."

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  1. Cool! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    I always wanted a universal tool that could work like the Sonic Screwdriver from Dr. Who!

  2. I've had this forever by Anonymous+Crowhead · · Score: 5, Funny

    "Hey server monkey, come tighten these screws!"

  3. Obligatory Clippy Joke by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    "I see you are trying to install a screw. Would you like to install a screwdriver?"

  4. Government by TheSexican · · Score: 5, Funny

    If the government gets their hands on these, then we're all screwed!

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  5. What we really need by Johnny+Fusion · · Score: 5, Funny

    Sure remote-controlled fasteners for cars and such is really nifty...

    But wake me up when they get remote-controlled brassiers. You will know its true love when she trusts you with the remote...

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