💧 Letting others see me cry.

The objective of this week is to determine the most appropriate copyright license for the final project I am developing, and secondly, to evaluate the means through which I can disseminate and generate attention for the idea—both as a concept and through its visual representation.

💧 Intellectual Property

A great tool for determining which license best suits my project is the Creative Commons License Chooser , available on the official Creative Commons website. By answering a brief set of questions, the platform helps guide users to the most appropriate license according to their preferences regarding attribution, commercial use, and derivative works.

The License Chooser simplifies the process of selecting the right license by asking about key factors, such as:
- Whether you want to allow others to remix, adapt, or build upon your work.
- If you want to permit commercial use of your work.
- Whether derivative works should be shared under the same terms (ShareAlike).

Once the questions are answered, the tool generates the most suitable license, along with the appropriate icon, legal code, and a ready-to-use badge or snippet that can be embedded in a website or attached to digital content. This makes the process transparent and accessible, even for users without legal expertise.

Using the License Chooser is highly recommended for creators who want to clearly communicate how their work can be used while still retaining certain rights.

• License Name: Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
• Attribution (BY): Others must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made.
  
• NonCommercial (NC): The material cannot be used for commercial purposes.
  
• ShareAlike (SA): If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you must distribute your contributions under the same license as the original.
  
• Pros:
  • Promotes sharing and remixing while preventing commercial exploitation without permission.
    
  • Ensures derivative works remain open under the same license.
    
  • Helps preserve authorship and recognition.
    
• Cons:
  • Limits use in commercial environments (e.g., educational publishers, businesses).
    
  • ShareAlike requirement may discourage some collaborators or projects that require different licensing terms.
    
  • Ambiguity around what counts as “non-commercial” can lead to misunderstandings.
    

💧 Dissemination plan

As a progress update for the final project, a presentation slide outline is created, along with a short video containing draft ideas to communicate the project's function and purpose.

Key Message and Goals

"The Machine That Cried" is an innovative solution that blends art and technology to fabricate and manipulate corrosive liquids in a controlled manner, enabling the creation of bioplastic materials through an artistic method. Its portable and lightweight design makes it suitable for use in various environments, while its operation via G-Code and a precise control system (step motors, servo motor, and limit switches) ensures consistent and customizable results. The main goals are:

• Democratize the fabrication of bioplastics through an artistic and accessible approach.


• Promote safe and controlled experimentation with corrosive materials, such as acids or formaldehyde.


• Inspire creators to explore the intersection of art, design, and technology, fostering innovation in fabrication and sustainability.


• Redefine the relationship between creation and destruction as a design act, transforming materials through unique processes.

Target Audience

The target audience for "The Machine That Cried" includes a diverse group of creators and innovators. This encompasses:

• Artists and Experimental Designers: Creators interested in exploring new forms of art and design through technology, particularly those working at the intersection of art, science, and sustainability.


• Makers and Digital Fabrication Enthusiasts: Individuals familiar with tools like CNC and G-Code, seeking to expand their creative capabilities with a portable and versatile machine.


• Educators and Academic Institutions: Professors and universities teaching design, art, technology, or engineering, who can use the machine as an educational tool for fabrication, bioplastics, and creative processes.


• Sustainability Innovators: Individuals or collectives focused on creating sustainable materials like bioplastics, seeking tools for alternative experimentation.

Channels of Communication

To reach the target audience and communicate the message of "The Machine That Cried," the following channels can be utilized:

• Social Media Platforms: Use platforms like Instagram and Pinterest, where artists and designers share visual work, to post images and videos of the machine in action, showcasing the creation of bioplastics and artistic pieces.


• Maker Communities and Forums: Engage with spaces like Reddit (subreddits such as r/DIY, r/3Dprinting, r/bioart), Hackaday, or Instructables, where digital fabrication enthusiasts exchange ideas and projects, by posting tutorials or guides on using the machine for specific projects.


• Art and Technology Events: Participate in fairs like Ars Electronica, Maker Faire, or sustainable design expos, where the machine can be demonstrated in action, allowing attendees to interact with it.


• Website and Blog: Create a dedicated website for "The Machine That Cried" with technical information, project examples, and a blog featuring articles on art, technology, and sustainability, including a support section with G-Code guides and tips for working with corrosive liquids.


• Educational Partnerships: Collaborate with universities and art/design schools to integrate the machine into their curricula, offering discounts or pilot programs.

The schematic video of the project begins by describing its concept, then moves into the digital fabrication stages of the parts, the electronics, and finally the assembly and testing to demonstrate its functionality.