Open-source Light Plate Apparatus (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University's low-cost, open-source Light Plate Apparatus can be used easily by nonengineers and noncomputer programmers and can be assembled by a nonexpert in one day from components costing less than $150. Credit Jeff Fitlow/Rice University Usage Restrictions For news reporting purposes only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.