About

founding moment

The TARS-AI community initially formed around Charles Diaz’s original forum post on hackster.io, where Joseph (@pyrater) started the TARS-AI project as an open-source off-shoot in late November 2024 with a small team of passionate builders.

Open-source Contributors

@pyrater, @alexander-wang03, @xanomanox, @DaftNinja, @mspierg, @holmesha, @BiosUp, @latishab, @mossed1, @URL42, @sirbitsalot, and many more.

Special thanks to Charles Diaz for the original kinematics and CAD model of TARS.

License

This project is licensed under the CC-BY-NC License.

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For more details, please refer to the full license terms in the project repository.

Additional Resources

Inspirations + Credits to

  • @charliediaz
  • @gptars
  • @poboisvert
  • @Expl0dingCat

Attribution

TARS Project Attribution Guidelines

As we continue to build and expand upon the TARS project, below are the guidelines for attribution and best practices when sharing or publishing work related to the TARS project:

General Attribution

  • Clearly state that this project is based on the character TARS from the film Interstellar.
  • When referencing or sharing the CAD designs:
    • Include a statement like: “Based on the mechanical puppet designs by Christopher Nolan, Nathan Crowley, and the production team who originally brought TARS to life—miniaturized CAD by Charlie Diaz, with additional modifications by the TARS-AI Community.”

Specific Guidelines for CAD and Scripts

  • The original CAD files and scripts are provided by Charlie Diaz. If you modify or extend these, ensure to:
    • Credit Charlie Diaz as the original creator of the CAD files
    • Clearly specify your contributions or modifications

Usage of TARS’ Voice and Personality

  • “This project includes AI-generated elements inspired by Bill Irwin’s portrayal of TARS in the film Interstellar.”

Sharing Content Online

  • When publishing content (e.g., YouTube videos, blog posts, or repository updates):
    • Attribute the original film’s production team and Charlie Diaz where applicable
    • Include a disclaimer noting that this project is a fan-made initiative

Legal Considerations

  • Monetization is strictly prohibited

Community Contribution

  • Encourage contributors to follow these attribution guidelines when making modifications or additions to the project
  • Foster an open and respectful community by maintaining transparency in crediting the work of all contributors
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These guidelines ensure that the TARS project respects the intellectual property of the original creators while fostering a collaborative and innovative community. Let’s work together to keep this project thriving and inspiring!

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Documentation Contributors: @alexander-wang03, @pyrater