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Electronic fibers weave touchscreen into sleeve that survives machine washing


y can display images and video, respond to finger presses, and connect wirelessly to digital devices, while retaining the breathability and flexibility of everyday fabric.prefer designboom on google [FEATURED] electronic fibers turn fabric into a touchscreen Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a touchscreen integrated directly into a garment using electronic fibers that combine light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and touch sensors. Led by Assistant Professor Tural Khudiyev, the team integrates 54 of these fibers into a sleeve to create a flexible display that shows images and video, responds to finger presses, and connects wirelessly to digital devices.

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