Certified Open Source Hardware
Yes, the OSSM is genuinely open source. The project is registered with the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) and licensed under the CERN Open Hardware Licence Version 2 - Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S v2).
OSHWA Certification Badge
What This Means for You
When you contribute to this GitHub repository, your contributions fall under the same CERN-OHL-S v2 license. You can find the complete license text in the licence documentation.The strongly reciprocal nature of CERN-OHL-S v2 ensures that derivative works remain open source, protecting the community’s collective efforts.
Community Contributions
Open source means contributions can come from anyone, anywhere. Before using or contributing to the OSSM:- Review the safety guidelines thoroughly
- Understand your personal risks and boundaries
- Familiarize yourself with the contribution process