Open Source Hardware

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Can the open source method used in software development, also be used to develop physical objects, i.e. hardware?

Here's an example:

"OpenSparc is Sun's attempt to bring open-source thinking and cooperation into the realm of hardware design:

Goals of the OpenSPARC Initiative

  • To significantly increase participation in processor architecture development and application design by making cutting-edge hardware IP freely available.
  • To eliminate barriers to the next big build-out of the Internet.
  • To improve collaboration and cooperation among hardware designers.
  • To enable community members to build on proven technology at a markedly lower cost.
  • To encourage innovation.
  • To foster bringing bold new products to market."

(http://www.smartmobs.com/archive/2006/02/15/opensparc_ope.html)

OpenSparc is at http://opensparc.sunsource.net/nonav/index.html

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