Online collective aims to 'print' plastic guns - Austin American-Statesman [awgadget.blogspot.com]
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Cody Wilson’s idea was not to sell guns but to print them â€" lots of them â€" with the mission of developing an open-source design that could be widely shared and distributed online.
But the second-year law student at the University of Texas has found himself at the center of a legal controversy after the 3-D printing company that allowed him to borrow a printer sent a team of contractors late last week to reclaim its property a day after it was delivered to his central Austin apartment near Hyde Park.
At least for now, the project is on hold, said Wilson, the 24-year-old director and co-founder of Defense Distributed, the online collective managing the Wiki Weapon Project. To legal experts and law enforcement officials, this particular situation falls under a new frontier of the law.
“It is unclear if what we are doing is legal or illegal,†Wilson said Wednesday at his home. “We have turned around and realized that technology got ahead of the law, and I am not saying this with any hubris.â€
A spokesperson for Stratasys, which specializes in 3-D modeling technology that allows people to “print†digital designs into physical objects from plastic and other materials, declined to comment on the case.
But in a prepared statement provided to the American-Statesman, the company said Wilson did not send a requested copy of his license to manufacture and distribute firearms and had intended to use the printer to produce a weapon considered illegal under the Undetectable Firearms Act of 1988, also known as “The Plastic Guns Law,†which bans the making or possession of a gun not detectable by airport metal detectors.
“It is the legal responsibility of Stratasys not to knowingly allow its property to be used for illegal purposes,†the company said. “Cody Wilson, like any U.S. citizen, is able to follow the well-established federal and state regulations to manufacture, distribute or procure a firearm in this country.â€
A license is not required to manufacture certain types of guns if they are not intended for sale. But whether the Wiki Weapon prototype falls under that category depends on whom you ask, and Wilson said he is not willing to risk that question in court and is applying for a license.
Michael Reyes, resident agent in charge of the ATF Austin office, said it had received a referral on Wilson because his project had received so much buzz on the Internet. But Wilson visited the office Monday on his own accord â€" before agents reached out to him â€" because he had questions about the license process and legalities of his project. Wilson is not under investigation and has not broken any laws, Reyes said.
“Some of the questions we were able to answer, some we were not,†the resident agent said. “If you are going to manufacture or be in the business of manufacturing, then you need a license, so it’s going to come back to whether you are in business.â€
Wilson said he does not intend to make money on the project and is not particularly passionate about guns rights. He does not even know if his prototype will work.
The group plans to test various models out of ABS plastic, and the “cartoon-looking†guns are expected to melt after firing only one bullet. But the intent is to “ensure the democratization of firearms themselves,†he said, so that in universal access to them, they become less sensational. “The attention we get is not deserved in many ways because people think â€" ‘Oh, anyone is going to have a gun’ â€" but that is really the reality already.â€
He developed the idea with another friend in March and eventually raised $ 2,000 over 22 days through the crowdsourcing website Indiegogo. But the company froze their account, citing policy on fundraisers for the sale of weapons. With the help of media and bloggers’ attention, Wilson said, the group reached its target of $ 20,000 on Sept. 19. “Terrifying or not, we have a goal and we are going to meet it,†he said.
Benjamin Wittes, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said he does not know the particulars of Wilson’s project. “But I do think that the cheaper 3-D printing gets, the more you are going to have individuals building things that you would like to be able to regulate,†he said.
Find More Online collective aims to 'print' plastic guns - Austin American-Statesman Issues Question by JohnThePyro: Non lethal defensive "Gadgets"? I'm really into self defense, I've taken 6 years of Krav Maga and two years of kick boxing. I enjoy a rather large collection of knives, and have a particular love for expandable batons. However, the area that I live in is very restrictive in what one may carry around as a defensive tool. Expandable batons are considered a dangerous weapon, tasers are banned by state law, knives are of course out of the question, and I'd rather avoid a firearm if at all possible. Anyway, I've heard some rumors from a friend of mine (another self defense junkie), about "gadgets" that aren't considered weapons by the government, but would still offer a reasonable advantage. The two specific items I've heard about are; 1-A Light emitter that apparently flashes in such a way that it will temporarily blind your assailant. (Not a normal LED flashlight, this apparently is specifically designed for self defense) 2-A "hand held Sound cannon" that can cause temporary deafness. (I know this is already used by riot police, but I have my doubts that it is open to the civilian population) Do these even exist, and if so could someone point me towards a website with them? Best answer for Non lethal defensive "Gadgets"?:
Answer by Jeb
Those 3 celled flashlights are not considered a weapon. That's why the bikers wear them. Its for when you need to see at night. I have also wondered about carrying a sword. Its a weapon but is not concealed. But you never want to take a knife to a gun fight. I would be carrying the gun myself. The bad guys don't even care about any laws.
Answer by Jello F
non lethal means it doesn't kill however injury will occurr. you should only use these in cases where your life is threatened and some states have a castle doctrine or something..where you need to be pursued to attack back or something like that... #2 u wont find it easillyy...i doubt there will be any sellers and #1 as well. just arm yourself with a gun and rubber bullets lol
Answer by Colt 45
1 and 2 do exist. However they are only in the testing phase for Military and Law Enforcement. Chances are they will not be for commercial use, if they even pass the testing phase (the sound cannon thing isn't doing so well and is all but scrapped). The flashlight acts like the flash in a flashbang, temporarily disorients and blinds a subject. Strictly for military and L/E and most likely will not be avaialable for commercial use. Do you live in a really bad neighborhood that you need to have these? I mean seriously, is it that bad? The chances of being attacked in which you have to defend yourself are less than being in a serious car accident. Most attackers, or what have you are creatures of oppurtunity. They'll go after someone who doesn't look like they'll give them any trouble. There is a method to their madness. If you're a tweeker looking for a high quick...who would you mug the 70 year old lady or the 25 year old meat head in a Tapout t-shirt? You'll be fine. Also please see a shrink about those knife and baton fetishes...
Answer by Leslie S
Both exist. Neither are self defense weapons. Both are used for crowd control. The light takes a long time to work. I have seen the logarithm used to program the controller on the net and instructions on how to make one for a couple of hundred bucks on www.instructables.com. I cannot find it right now but it was on there in the last 2 weeks. The sound cannon does not really cause temp deafness (how would tha be used for self defense?). It just makes very uncomfortable sounds that can disorient a person. It then can have the same effect as the light emitter It can also be used to pinpoint, from far away, what small group hears the sound. Most run about 180-190 decibels but are designed to be used in very short bursts. The speakers are expensive but fairly small, about the size of an old firetruck siren. The electronics are very complicated. Lots of companies make them and I'm sure one will sell to you but you need a vehicle or the ability to carry a very very large set of batteries with you at all times. Stick with being aware of your surroundings, avoid problems and keep up the Israeli fight stuff. Your ability to recognize and take action (which includes running away or actual fighting) is the best self defense.
Answer by Michael
Well, if you can convince the mugger to hold off until you whip out your high powered Light Emitter or Sound Cannon from under your coat, they might work. Have you considered a Kubotan? I have one that doubles as a key chain. Pretty effective as a close-up and personal weapon. Carrying it with the keys is unobtrusive as well. Another take on the Kubotan is the Benchmade 1100 "ink pen"; here's a link. http://www.benchmade.com/products/1100
Answer by David
You stated your a martial artist. being a martial artist with proof alone is considered a weapon. meaning you. non lethal.until used. If your really that concerned, get a gun permit and carry a legal gun.
Answer by Michael
Blackhawk Gladius Maximus http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Night-Ops-Gladius-Maximis-Illumination-Tool,994,40.htm 120 lumens (that is about 4 times as bright as a 3d cell maglite) with strobe, thus it is capible of temporarially rendering an assailant blind. There are other good self defense lights out there, just the Gladius is the cadillac of em all, there are cheaper lights that work just as well. dealextreme.com has a light called an Ultrafire C1 i think that has 5 mode (HI Med Low Strobe SOS strobe) that is about 25 dollars and is 250 lumens, although it is not waterproof or anywhere as water resistant as the Gladius or other higher end lights.
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Question by Nick: Video games/cool "gadgets" to ask for for Christmas? Alright, I'm trying to finalize my Christmas/birthday list. I will be turning 17 this December. What are the "hot" video games of the season that should be on my list? I have the nintendo wii, the xbox 360, and the 3DS so anything for those systems would work. Any suggestions? I like most any type of game (action, role play, etc.) so that doesn't really matter. I just want great games. I already have Skyrim and I will probably ask for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Would asking for The Legend of Zelda:Ocarina of Time for the 3DS be worth it as well? Or maybe even asking for the Kinect? Also, are there any cool, new "gadgets" (kindle, Ipad, Ipod touch, etc.) that I could ask for? I'm sorry, I know this is long but any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much! Best answer for Video games/cool "gadgets" to ask for for Christmas?:
Answer by FireNFlames
you rich jerk face. I would go with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS and Skyward Sword for wii. if also i would ask for Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi & Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 for Xbox
Answer by william
iPad is very expensive but if your family can pay for it, go right ahead and ask for one. If they can't tone down a little and get a iPod touch 4th generation.
Answer by Cory
I might get the iPad if I were you....I asked for a pair of Ultrasone HFI-780 headphones..If you don't listen to a lot of music, then maybe headphones won't be for you.
Answer by Project D
Hey Weiner. You're like, "Oh...woe is me! I got all this money and don't know what to buy!" Wah wah wah! Hey Rich Twit, Get the Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. I was just playing it last night. It's AWESOME! There's so much to upgrade and search for! The one-to-one correspondence with the Wiimote and Link's sword is AMAZING! *Now, if you're not a true Legend of Zelda fan...or really are not interested in being a great swordsman or kickin the butt of evil...then get a Puss-Pad 2, then...
Answer by Milind
Good games this year for the platforms you listed: portal 2 batman arkham city battlefield 3 mw3 zelda skyward sword super mario 3d land mario kart 7 zelda ocarina of time 3d my top recommendations: portal 2 batman arkham city mario kart 7 skyward sword hope this helps!
Answer by biglittlejake2000
Go with the Zelda games, I have them they are fun. Both of those games are well worth the money. My cousin has a Kinect, I am not a big fan of it, Wii is better, with better games. Oh if your wondering I have a Wii, DS, and, 3Ds.
Answer by Shahaneh
Add these 3DS Games: Star Fox 64 3D Cave Story 3D Super Mario 3D Land Shinobi Sonic Generations 3DS Mario Kart 7
Answer by Tom Tinkerer 3rd
OK so I'll be first to admit that I don't own a DS, but based on my sales and what I've heard here goes the comprehensive list: 3DS: Star Fox 64 Super Mario 3D Land Sonic Generations Mario Kart 7 XBOX 360: (a lot of titles, I'm to include whats hot, I think looks cool and is new, and one or two notsonew but AWESOME games) NEW RELEASED Modern Warfare 3 Battlefield 3 Assassins Creed 3 Gears of War 3 Portal 2 Saint's Row: The Third Batman: Arkham City RAGE Lord of the Rings: War in the North GoldenEye 007: Reloaded WWE '12 (if you're into these games) Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Need for Speed: The Run NOT SO NEW: Assassins Creed Brotherhood Fallout 3 Fallout New Vegas Metro: 2033 (I swear by this game) Wii: (sorry don't play the Wii very much) Several titles from above (007, Mario Kart, etc.) Spider-Man: Edge of Time In regards to cool gadgets, I don't really know what you have or what type of things you would want. So I'll give you some vague answers as to what TYPE of stuff you might want (no brands or anything) Smart phone Tablet Case (for any electronic items) If you've always wanted to record, something to get record your gameplay on xbox 360 (Haupgaub, or something similar) External Harddrive (if you need or want it) Controller, or either system Headset/Earphones (MP3 player as well if you don't have one) Camera Hopes this helps!
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Question by Lisa2006: Where can I find pictures of the cartoon "Jem and the Hollograms" from the 80's? I miss the cartoons from the past. I also miss watching "She-ra", "Rainbowbrite", "Popples", "The Cabbage Patch Kids", "The Smurfs", "Inspector Gadget", "Pink Panther", "Betty Boop", "Pop-eye". I guess I'll start saving money to buy the ones they don't show on Cartoon Network. Lol. Best answer for Where can I find pictures of the cartoon "Jem and the Hollograms" from the 80's?:
Answer by dragonwing
http://www.angelfire.com/me2/80sChild/jem.html is a great website for Jem. Go to Target for a complete cd collection of all 124 Pink Panther cartoons, but it's about $ 55 - $ 60. The others: just go to google.com and look them up!
Answer by Matt
Do a Google Image Search. There's tons of them.
Answer by SmarterThanYouThink
The DVD for all three seasons of Jem is on TVmilk.com for about 90 bucks. For pics go to the second link angelfire. They don't make cartoons like they used to. Have fun...
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