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TiberiusB at 19:40, 19 April 2026

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TiberiusB at 19:26, 24 February 2026

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TiberiusB at 18:47, 24 February 2026

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TiberiusB at 18:18, 24 February 2026

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TiberiusB: /* Contribution-pie-chart.json template */

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Contribution-pie-chart.json template

TiberiusB at 20:53, 7 August 2025

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TiberiusB: /* Legal Format */

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Legal Format

TiberiusB: /* Legal format */

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Legal format

TiberiusB: /* OVN LICENSE FOR DIGITAL RESOURCES v1.0 */

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OVN LICENSE FOR DIGITAL RESOURCES v1.0

TiberiusB: /* Github-friendly format */

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Github-friendly format

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 "Contributor(s)" are individuals or legal entities that have materially contributed to the development or creation of the Work.
-"Contribution Pie-Chart" is a machine- or human-readable artifact distributed with the Work that specifies a fixed percentage allocation of benefit entitlements among Contributors.
+"Contribution Pie-Chart" is a machine- or human-readable artifact distributed with the Work that specifies a fixed percentage [[allocation]] of [[benefit]] entitlements among [[Contributors]].
 "Use" includes reproduction, modification, distribution, performance, public display, or other exploitation of the Work, whether commercial or non-commercial.
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 - You are required to allocate at least **2%** of any Material Benefits to Contributors as per the Contribution Pie-Chart.
-- Allocations must be executed transparently and in good faith.
+- [[Allocations]] must be executed transparently and in good faith.
 - Public documentation of compliance is encouraged.

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	These licenses synthesize the legal style and terminology of the [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.en.html GNU GPLv3] and [https://cern-ohl.web.cern.ch/ CERN OHL-S] with the reciprocity clause of the [https://wiki.p2pfoundation.net/Peer_Production_License Peer Production License], and integrates [[OVN]] (Open Value Network) economic principles regarding contribution-based redistribution.		These licenses synthesize the legal style and terminology of the [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.en.html GNU GPLv3] and [https://cern-ohl.web.cern.ch/ CERN OHL-S] with the reciprocity clause of the [https://wiki.p2pfoundation.net/Peer_Production_License Peer Production License], and integrates [[OVN]] (Open Value Network) economic principles regarding contribution-based redistribution.

		+	See more on [https://github.com/Sensorica/ovn-license/tree/main Github].

	=OVN LICENSE FOR DIGITAL RESOURCES v1.0=		=OVN LICENSE FOR DIGITAL RESOURCES v1.0=

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 <big>Preamble</big>
-The OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to protect and promote the commons, and stimulate peer production. It remixes the GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) and integrates principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) models. This License recognizes the right of contributors to fair and transparent benefit sharing and establishes a mechanism for the redistribution of valuables generated through use of the licensed work.
+The OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to protect and promote the commons, and stimulate peer production. It draws inspiration from the GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) and integrates principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) models. This License recognizes the right of contributors to fair and transparent benefit sharing and establishes a mechanism for the redistribution of valuables generated through use of the licensed work.
 This License aims to ensure freedom of use, distribution, and modification for commoners, cooperatives, and nonprofits, while requiring reciprocity from for-profit entities. Redistribution of material benefits is governed by a contribution distribution structure referred to as a "Contribution Pie-Chart."
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 This software is free and open source. You may copy, distribute, and modify it under the terms described below.
-This license remixes the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) and incorporates reciprocity provisions from the Peer Production License. It integrates Open Value Network (OVN) principles requiring the redistribution of a portion of benefits to contributors.
+This license draws inspiration from the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) and incorporates reciprocity provisions from the Peer Production License. It integrates Open Value Network (OVN) principles requiring the redistribution of a portion of benefits to contributors.
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 <big>Preamble</big>
-The OVN Hardware License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to govern the use and redistribution of open-source and do-it-yourself DIY hardware, and to stimulate peer production. It remixes the CERN Open Hardware License Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S-2.0) and integrates reciprocity principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) economic models.
+The OVN Hardware License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to govern the use and redistribution of open-source and do-it-yourself DIY hardware, and to stimulate peer production. It draws inspiration from the CERN Open Hardware License Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S-2.0) and integrates reciprocity principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) economic models.
 This License extends the freedoms of design reuse and replication while embedding reciprocity conditions: Non-commercial actors may benefit freely from the commons, while commercial actors must share benefits with contributors. Redistribution of valuables is formalized via a Contribution Pie-Chart.

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 <big>Preamble</big>
-The OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to protect and promote the commons, and stimulate peer production. It builds upon the GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) and integrates principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) models. This License recognizes the right of contributors to fair and transparent benefit sharing and establishes a mechanism for the redistribution of valuables generated through use of the licensed work.
+The OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to protect and promote the commons, and stimulate peer production. It remixes the GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) and integrates principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) models. This License recognizes the right of contributors to fair and transparent benefit sharing and establishes a mechanism for the redistribution of valuables generated through use of the licensed work.
 This License aims to ensure freedom of use, distribution, and modification for commoners, cooperatives, and nonprofits, while requiring reciprocity from for-profit entities. Redistribution of material benefits is governed by a contribution distribution structure referred to as a "Contribution Pie-Chart."
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 This software is free and open source. You may copy, distribute, and modify it under the terms described below.
-This license builds on the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) and incorporates reciprocity provisions from the Peer Production License. It integrates Open Value Network (OVN) principles requiring the redistribution of a portion of benefits to contributors.
+This license remixes the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) and incorporates reciprocity provisions from the Peer Production License. It integrates Open Value Network (OVN) principles requiring the redistribution of a portion of benefits to contributors.
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 <big>Preamble</big>
-The OVN Hardware License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to govern the use and redistribution of open-source and do-it-yourself DIY hardware, and to stimulate peer production. It builds upon the CERN Open Hardware License Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S-2.0) and integrates reciprocity principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) economic models.
+The OVN Hardware License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to govern the use and redistribution of open-source and do-it-yourself DIY hardware, and to stimulate peer production. It remixes the CERN Open Hardware License Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S-2.0) and integrates reciprocity principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) economic models.
 This License extends the freedoms of design reuse and replication while embedding reciprocity conditions: Non-commercial actors may benefit freely from the commons, while commercial actors must share benefits with contributors. Redistribution of valuables is formalized via a Contribution Pie-Chart.

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	</code></pre>		</code></pre>
		+
		+	=Possible collaboration=
		+	https://docs.radworks.org/

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-<big>0. DEFINITIONS
+<big>0. DEFINITIONS</big>
 "The Work" refers to any software, digital asset, or documentation licensed under this instrument.
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-<big>1. GRANT OF RIGHTS
+<big>1. GRANT OF RIGHTS</big>
 Permission is granted to Use the Work, provided that:
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-<big>2. MODIFICATIONS AND REDISTRIBUTION
+<big>2. MODIFICATIONS AND REDISTRIBUTION</big>
 You may modify or redistribute the Work under the following conditions:
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-<big>3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY
+<big>3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY</big>
 .1 Use by Non-Commercial Entities
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-<big>4. TERMINATION
+<big>4. TERMINATION</big>
 Rights granted under this License are automatically terminated upon any breach of its conditions.
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-<big>5. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
+<big>5. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY</big>
 The Work is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the Work lies with the user.
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-<big>6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE
+<big>6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE</big>
 To apply the OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 to your own work, attach the following notice to each source file or prominently in your documentation:
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-<big>Versioning and Changelog
+<big>Versioning and Changelog</big>
 * v1.0 (2025-07-26): Initial release. Drafted based on GPLv3, Peer Production License, and OVN principles for benefit redistribution.
-RDF/JSON-LD Metadata:
 <pre><code>
+{
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-<big>TERMS AND CONDITIONS
+<big>TERMS AND CONDITIONS</big>
-<big>0. DEFINITIONS
+<big>0. DEFINITIONS</big>
 - "The Work" refers to the software or digital resource covered by this License.
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-<big>1. LICENSE GRANT
+<big>1. LICENSE GRANT</big>
 Permission is hereby granted to Use the Work for any purpose, subject to the following conditions:
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-<big>2. REDISTRIBUTION OBLIGATIONS
+<big>2. REDISTRIBUTION OBLIGATIONS</big>
 You must maintain this License and the Contribution Pie-Chart in all redistributions, including modified versions.
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-<big>3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY
+<big>3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY</big>
 a) Use by Non-Commercial Entities:
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-<big>4. TERMINATION
+<big>4. TERMINATION</big>
 Violation of any terms automatically terminates your rights under this License.
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-<big>5. NO WARRANTY
+<big>5. NO WARRANTY</big>
 THE WORK IS PROVIDED “AS IS”, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
-<big>6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE
+<big>6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE</big>
 To apply this license to your own work, add the following to each source file or README:
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-<big>REFERENCE MATERIALS
+<big>REFERENCE MATERIALS</big>
 GNU General Public License v3: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
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 SPDX-License-Identifier: OVN Digital-1.0
 =OVN LICENSE FOR MATERIAL RESOURCES v1.0=
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 This License extends the freedoms of design reuse and replication while embedding reciprocity conditions: Non-commercial actors may benefit freely from the commons, while commercial actors must share benefits with contributors. Redistribution of valuables is formalized via a Contribution Pie-Chart.
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 Non-commercial Users may access and use the Resource freely. If Material Benefits are realized (e.g. resale, funded service, or reduced expenditure), a minimum of 0.5% of that value must be distributed to Contributors per the Contribution Pie-Chart.
 .2 Use by Commercial Entities:
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 Failure to comply with any condition of this License terminates the right to Use the Resource. Terminated rights may be reinstated if the breach is cured and restitution is made to Contributors within 30 days.
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 The Resource is provided "AS IS", with no warranty as to condition, safety, or fitness for particular purpose. The user bears full responsibility.
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 <big>Versioning and Changelog</big>
-* v1.0 (2025-07-26): Initial release. Developed by Sensorica. Based on OVN principles, Peer Production License, and commons governance of shared physical resources.
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+}
 </code></pre>
----
 For canonical license text, compliance guidance, and pie-chart formatting tools, visit: [https://ovn.world/index.php?title=OVN_license#OVN_LICENSE_FOR_MATERIAL_RESOURCES_v1.0](https://ovn.world/license)

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-'''Preamble:'''
+<big>Preamble</big>
 The OVN Hardware License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to govern the use and redistribution of open-source and do-it-yourself DIY hardware, and to stimulate peer production. It builds upon the CERN Open Hardware License Strongly Reciprocal (CERN-OHL-S-2.0) and integrates reciprocity principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) economic models.
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-Section 0. DEFINITIONS
 "The Resource" refers to any physical asset, infrastructure, equipment, tool, or material governed by this License.
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 "Commercial Entities" are for-profit actors or entities using the Resource to generate market revenue, competitive advantage, or private financial gain.
-Section 1. LICENSE GRANT
 Permission is granted to Use the Resource under the following conditions:
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 * For physical Resources, this License must be posted near the Resource or documented in access agreements.
-Section 2. REDISTRIBUTION AND TRANSFER
 .1 Redistribution or relocation of the Resource, in whole or in part, must retain this License and the Contribution Pie-Chart.
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 .3 In-kind replication (e.g. manufacturing or cloning of a tool) constitutes redistribution and must observe this License.
-Section 3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY
 .1 Use by Non-Commercial Entities:
 Non-commercial Users may access and use the Resource freely. If Material Benefits are realized (e.g. resale, funded service, or reduced expenditure), a minimum of 0.5% of that value must be distributed to Contributors per the Contribution Pie-Chart.
 .2 Use by Commercial Entities:
 Commercial Use of the Resource is conditional upon explicit reciprocity:
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 * Records of compliance must be kept available to the Contributor community.
-Section 4. TERMINATION
 Failure to comply with any condition of this License terminates the right to Use the Resource. Terminated rights may be reinstated if the breach is cured and restitution is made to Contributors within 30 days.
-Section 5. DISCLAIMER
 The Resource is provided "AS IS", with no warranty as to condition, safety, or fitness for particular purpose. The user bears full responsibility.
-Section 6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE
 To apply this License to a Resource, physically or digitally attach the following notice:
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 ```
-Versioning and Changelog:
 * v1.0 (2025-07-26): Initial release. Developed by Sensorica. Based on OVN principles, Peer Production License, and commons governance of shared physical resources.
-RDF/JSON-LD Metadata (example):
 <pre><code>

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-'''Preamble''':
+<big>Preamble</big>
 The OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 is a legal instrument designed to protect and promote the commons, and stimulate peer production. It builds upon the GNU General Public License version 3 (GPLv3) and integrates principles from the Peer Production License and Open Value Network (OVN) models. This License recognizes the right of contributors to fair and transparent benefit sharing and establishes a mechanism for the redistribution of valuables generated through use of the licensed work.
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 This License aims to ensure freedom of use, distribution, and modification for commoners, cooperatives, and nonprofits, while requiring reciprocity from for-profit entities. Redistribution of material benefits is governed by a contribution distribution structure referred to as a "Contribution Pie-Chart."
 "The Work" refers to any software, digital asset, or documentation licensed under this instrument.
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 "Commercial Entities" are any entities or individuals using the Work for market-based or profit-seeking purposes without adherence to the above commons principles.
-Section 1. GRANT OF RIGHTS
 Permission is granted to Use the Work, provided that:
 (a) the License and Contribution Pie-Chart are retained with any copies or derivatives of the Work;
 (b) the terms of Section 3 (Economic Reciprocity) are upheld where applicable;
 (c) no additional restrictions are imposed on the rights granted herein.
-Section 2. MODIFICATIONS AND REDISTRIBUTION
 You may modify or redistribute the Work under the following conditions:
 (a) this License and the Contribution Pie-Chart must be included with the redistributed Work;
 (b) if you modify the Work, you may update the Contribution Pie-Chart only to reflect substantial and traceable new contributions;
 (c) all modified Works must remain subject to this License.
-Section 3. ECONOMIC RECIPROCITY
 .1 Use by Non-Commercial Entities
 Non-Commercial Entities may Use the Work freely, subject to a benefit-sharing obligation:
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 .2 Use by Commercial Entities
 Commercial Use is permitted under explicit reciprocity:
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 * Non-compliance constitutes a breach of this License and revokes the granted rights.
-Section 4. TERMINATION
 Rights granted under this License are automatically terminated upon any breach of its conditions.
 Terminated rights may be reinstated if the breach is remedied within 30 days and restitution is made to the Contributor community.
-Section 5. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
 The Work is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the Work lies with the user.
-Section 6. HOW TO APPLY THIS LICENSE
 To apply the OVN Digital Resource License v1.0 to your own work, attach the following notice to each source file or prominently in your documentation:
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 ```
-Versioning and Changelog:
 * v1.0 (2025-07-26): Initial release. Drafted based on GPLv3, Peer Production License, and OVN principles for benefit redistribution.
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 ==Github-friendly format==
 OVN LICENSE FOR DIGITAL RESOURCES v1.0
 (Open Value Network License for Digital Resources)
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 This license builds on the GNU General Public License v3 (GPLv3) and incorporates reciprocity provisions from the Peer Production License. It integrates Open Value Network (OVN) principles requiring the redistribution of a portion of benefits to contributors.
 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
 <big>0. DEFINITIONS