So, as part of this Coursera design course, I’m learning a lot about how people value their own ideas. One of the discussions among the students is about “how to avoid people stealing your ideas”. Firstly, I should point out that each discreet chunk of your work is reviewed by five of your peers and… Continue reading On stealing my ideas
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On 3D printing, and a world unready
With the recent release of the Makerbot Replicator 2, 3D printing tipped into the real world. It moved from a conceptual idea that geeks and tinkerers would try and explain to their doubtful loved ones into something you can have delivered to your door in a matter of working days. It changes everything, and I think the… Continue reading On 3D printing, and a world unready
Why patents are anti-social
Where would the human race be if the first person to do anything was the only person allowed to do that thing. “Hey guys. Check this out. I’ve just invented the alphabet. Would you like to use it? Sure. I only ask for the carcass of one wild boar a week as payment for using… Continue reading Why patents are anti-social