Three-Dimensional Printing -- Product Liability in the Age of Industry Flashcards
What is “the car, the refrigerator, the telephone”?
Represents mobility, storage, and communication – all drivers of economic growth.
What is “Industry 4.0”?
The fourth driver of economic growth – typically the cloud is referenced.
What are some societal challenges that will have to be overcome with three-dimensional printing?
- Intellectual property rights.
- Tort law.
- Tariffs.
- Weapons.
What is the challenge with regulating three-dimensional printing?
Have to regulate it without stifling innovation.
What was the historical transition with regard to tort law liability?
From artisan liability to organizational liability – allowed for those with deeper pockets to take on responsibility.
What is problematic with the historical transition with regard to tort law liability?
Artisans have access to three-dimensional printing.
What are some potential triggers of accidents in relation to items printed with three-dimensional printers?
- Negligence of user.
- Software design.
- Hardware.
- Raw materials.
What are two problems associated with regulating three-dimensional printing?
- Finding boundary between production and consumption – when do occasional distributors become commercial sellers?
- Identifying the tortfeasor – problem with open source code.
Third Restatement of Torts
Strict liability is only on enterprises.
What industry can play a role in helping regulate three-dimensional printing?
Insurance.
What are some international problems that arise with three-dimensional printing?
- Cross-border sales.
- Manufacturing.
- Software (open-source code).
- Raw material.
