The Open Supply {Hardware} Affiliation (OSHWA) runs a free program that permits creators to certify that their {hardware} complies with the group definition of open supply {hardware}. Everytime you see the certification brand, you already know that the licensed {hardware} meets this commonplace.
Presently the Certification database lists over 3,029 particular person certifications! In Could we added 18 new certifications, from prosthetics to mist makers, and we have been blissful to have new and recurring names present up! Listed here are three certifications we expect you need to try right now.
Programmable Mist Maker UID US002742
(📷: David Yang and shuang cai)
We have been so very fortunate to get to host David Yang and shuan cai on the Open {Hardware} Summit 2025 the place they ran a workshop on making these mist makers, and boy are they a delight! With this construct you can also make your very personal low-cost mist machine that can be utilized in interactive or inventive installations or maybe simply so as to add some whimsy to your private home. You’ll be able to even select a duck or a UFO topper so as to add to the expertise plus they even confirmed off some model at OHS2025 that had little cows floating inside as if the UFO was making an attempt to take them on a journey. We love coming throughout enjoyable, artistic tech like this that leaves room for play!
CEAZA Snow Scale UID CL000008
The Andes mountains might really feel distant for these not in Chile however there’s one thing so cool about having the ability to measure the snow weight at any time with this Snow Scale! This up to date model of the unique design is suitable with the protocol RS485, which is good for its long-range functionality and it may talk with different gadgets simply with the daisy-chain topology. For these native to the world it may be extraordinarily useful to have this data and for these out of the best way, typically it’s simply good to know what’s happening out on this planet.
Survivors UID TR000004
Our fourth-ever Turkish certification is a completely mechanical, stringless, and non-electronic 3D-printed prosthetic hand that operates utilizing inner mechanical motion. Survivos is now our third prosthetic hand within the database, but it surely’s the primary totally mechanical construct — one thing we expect is fairly dang superior. Occasional questions of entry can come up with regards to builds with extra electrical elements so one thing like that is superb for many who wish to have some assist with out worrying about issues like the weather disrupting their use. It’s extraordinarily thrilling to see extra methods persons are creating open healthware like this!
You’ll be able to sustain with updates on all the newest certifications by following our certification bot on Mastodon or submit your mission to be licensed right now.
