Open Source Ecology

The video posted above explains a new process some clever guys have come up with to reproduce commonly used machines at a fraction of the price. The process is considered open source because all of the plans are available freely online. This is a great example of how open source ideas can lead to real world reproduction that can save everyone time and money. Producing things in a free and open way gives people the opportunity to have an input and is more efficient than competition from companies.

I truly believe this is the future of production for many common things found in society today. By producing as a collective, you eliminate the need for competition which allows for "cutting edge" technology to be released concurrently alongside of its discovery. Instead of being kept from public eye for future profits. Just like the first iPad didn't have a forward facing camera, technology won't be hidden. I believe this benefits everyone involved and truly is the future of production.