Researchers at BEANS Introduce Nanotech Fashion
Omar Yusuf — July 15, 2011 — Tech
References: beanspj.org & japantrends
The future is fast-approaching and, according to researchers at BEANS, the future is nanotechnology. In principle, the study involves manipulating atomic particles, yet the implications of nanotech are staggering; from blood cell-sized computers to nanotech fashion.
With their eyes set on the latter innovation, the Japanese research project BEANS (Bio-electromechanical Autonomous Nano Systems) set out to create wearable computers as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing. The results are impressive.
The main attraction was a dress capable of cooling or heating the wearer, thanks to a nanotech cell embedded in the cloth. Moreover, the blouse is equipped to record and transfer data via the activated nanocells. But that’s not all—the dress is able to act as a mobile phone, complete with GPS!
As researchers continue to economize production, nanotechnology will become cheaper, smaller and more discrete. Ultimately, a future where everyone’s clothes can connect to the Internet is not that far-fetched.
With their eyes set on the latter innovation, the Japanese research project BEANS (Bio-electromechanical Autonomous Nano Systems) set out to create wearable computers as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing. The results are impressive.
The main attraction was a dress capable of cooling or heating the wearer, thanks to a nanotech cell embedded in the cloth. Moreover, the blouse is equipped to record and transfer data via the activated nanocells. But that’s not all—the dress is able to act as a mobile phone, complete with GPS!
As researchers continue to economize production, nanotechnology will become cheaper, smaller and more discrete. Ultimately, a future where everyone’s clothes can connect to the Internet is not that far-fetched.
Trend Themes
1. Nanotech Fashion - The development of nanotech fashion presents opportunities for clothing that can cool or heat the wearer, record and transfer data, and act as a mobile phone with GPS.
2. Wearable Computers - The creation of functional and aesthetically pleasing wearable computers opens up possibilities for innovative applications in various industries.
3. Internet of Things (iot) Clothing - The future integration of clothing with the Internet of Things (IoT) allows for connected garments with enhanced functionalities and capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion and apparel industry can leverage nanotech fashion to create technologically advanced garments that offer unique benefits to consumers.
2. Electronics and Technology - The development of wearable computers presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the electronics and technology industry, enabling novel applications and functionalities.
3. Internet of Things (iot) - The integration of clothing with the Internet of Things (IoT) opens up new possibilities for connected devices and smart clothing, creating opportunities in the IoT industry.
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