17. Invention, intelectual property and income

This week is all about licensing and sharing our projects.

Understanding Intellectual Property in Creative Projects

At the core of every innovative project is the concept of intellectual property (IP), which encompasses the rights creators hold over their original works. These rights are crucial for the protection and control over the use of these innovations, ranging from artistic expressions to technical inventions.

In the realm of digital fabrication and design, where ideas and their implementations can be easily transmitted across the globe, understanding and respecting intellectual property becomes essential. This not only fosters a culture of respect among creators but also ensures that innovation is nurtured in a way that benefits everyone involved.

Why I Chose the CC BY-NC 4.0 License

For the projects showcased on this website, I have selected the Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) license. This decision is rooted in my intention to share my work in a manner that is open and accessible, yet mindful of the potential for commercial exploitation.

What does this license entail?

  • Attribution: This license allows others to copy, distribute, display, and perform the work and derivative works based upon it, but only if they give the creator (me) the credits in the manner specified by these.
  • NonCommercial: Under this license, others may use the work for non-commercial purposes only. The essence of this restriction is to prevent the commercial use of the work, meaning that users cannot sell or profit financially from the work or derivative works.

Educational and Inspirational Use

The choice of CC BY-NC 4.0 is designed to empower you, the viewer, to use these projects as a foundation for learning, experimentation, and further creation. Whether you are a fellow student, a hobbyist, or an educator, you are free to use these works in a manner that aligns with educational purposes and personal exploration.

Contributing to a Collaborative Future

By using this license, I hope to contribute to a collaborative and sharing-oriented environment within the Fab Academy community and beyond. It is my belief that through such shared experiences and resources, we can all grow and learn more effectively together. Feel free to explore the projects and use them as a reference point or a springboard for your own unique creations, as long as the use is non-commercial. I am excited to see how these ideas might evolve in your hands!

Highlighting My Final Project: VectorGuard

VectorGuard, my capstone project, is made available under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This licensing choice reflects my commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within and beyond our academic community.

Key Details of the VectorGuard License:

License Overview:

The CC BY 4.0 license permits others to redistribute, adapt, and build upon VectorGuard for non-commercial purposes, provided I am credited for the original creation. This open license is intended to encourage creative uses of my work, promote further research, and facilitate educational engagement.

By sharing VectorGuard under this license, I aim to contribute to a culture of sharing and continuous learning, encouraging others to build on this work in a manner that benefits the broader community.

Feel free to explore VectorGuard and utilize it in your own projects and studies. I look forward to seeing how it might inspire and facilitate new creations.