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 # micro_ros_msgs
-Collection of ROS 2 message definitions used throughout the implementation of micro-ROS, both in the agent and client endpoints.
+
+## Summary
+
+Collection of ROS 2 message definitions used throughout the implementation of micro-ROS, both in the server ([micro-ROS Agent](https://github.com/micro-ROS/micro-ROS-Agent/)) and client ([micro-ROS RMW](https://github.com/micro-ROS/rmw-microxrcedds)) endpoints.
+
+## Purpose of the Project
+
+This software is not ready for production use.
+It has neither been developed nor tested for a specific use case.
+However, the license conditions of the applicable Open Source licenses allow you to adapt the software to your needs.
+Before using it in a safety relevant setting, make sure that the software fulfills your requirements and adjust it according to any applicable safety standards, e.g., ISO 26262.
+
+## License
+
+This repository is open-sourced under the Apache-2.0 license. See the LICENSE file for details.
+
+## Known Issues/Limitations
+
+There are no known limitations.