Learn how to create high-quality open source hardware using free and open source software tools. This course covers designing PCBs with KiCAD, creating cases with OpenSCAD or FreeCAD, slicing with Cura, and 3D printing. You will also gain insights into open source hardware licenses, prototyping challenges, and low-volume manufacturing. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in open source hardware, PCB design, 3D printing, and using free software tools for hardware development.
Free and Open Source Software Tools for Making Open Source Hardware
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Agenda
Open Source Hardware
Benefits
Who is making opensource hardware
Arduino
Minnowboard
Google Cardboard
IBM TJ
Open Source 3D Printers
Making Open Source Hardware
Is It Worth Designing Open Source Hardware
Proto
Free and Open Source Software
Dude
KICAD
PCB view of KICAD
PCB view of Mewcutter
PCB recommendations
Where to print prototypes
Open Source 3D CAD Software
Open Ask
Conclusions
Questions
PCB Assembly
Taught by
Linux Foundation
