OK, this may be a little out of the ordinary. Acutally, the idea of a Linux controled USB missile launcher is weird by anyone’s standards I suspect. Having said this, it’s still pretty cool.

If you are into office warfare then surely you must have heard about USB missile launcher’s. I found that now you can control your Marks and Spencer USB Missile Launcher on Linux and potentially other platforms that support python and libusb.

Requirements:
1. python (>=2.3)
2. libusb (>=0.1.8)
3. pyusb (==0.3.1) python module with patch
4. urwid python module

Download the software and instructions here.

Scott also developed automated sentry mode which uses webcam and motion to have automated aim and fire capability.

I wouldn’t be surprised if someone comes up more dangerous payloads. Fascinating technology. Source: Simple Thoughts