The ultimate D-I-Y PC
David Watson, Auckland
You've heard of open source
software, but what about open source hardware?
Speaking at a New Zealand Computer Society event last week on the future of computing, Olliver pointed out that stereolithography already allows three-dimensional printing of tangible objects. It works by making models of CAD drawings, compiled from multiple layers of plastic in patterns set by lasers. Ceramic objects can also be created.
That brings to mind the concept of open source hardware, Olliver says. "One day, I may be able to print my own PC."
