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Open Source Self-Replicating Robot

Posted by Zonk on from the what's-not-to-like? dept.

Josilot writes "CNN.Com is running an article about a new self-replicating robot named RepRap. From the article: 'A revolutionary machine that can copy itself and manufacture everyday objects quickly and cheaply could transform industry in the developing world, according to its creator.' One part of the article that I think many slashdot readers will find interesting is near the bottom: 'To encourage that development, Bowyer plans to make the design of the RepRap available online and free to use, in the same way as open source software such as the Linux operating system or Mozilla's Firefox browser.' Is robotics the next big field for open source?"

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  1. RTFA by Rii · · Score: 5, Funny

    One part of the article that I think many slashdot readers will find interesting is near the bottom:
    New here, aren't you?

  2. Good thing it's open source by SleepyHappyDoc · · Score: 5, Funny

    If it wasn't, would it's own existence violate the DMCA?

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