New Textiles 2011

Final Project Proposal

Albert’s Invisible Shoulder Tap – Final Project Proposal

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Archigram Dress

Final project proposal: Painting Blanket

by Maria Stangel and Judy Jia Please see the attached files: Painting Blanket Proposal proposal slides

RFID Bag

by Heidi C. and Nicole T. Problem: We often forget to bring our important items (i.e. cell phone, keys, IDs… etc) out with us when we leave the house. Solution: To build an intelligent bag that will sense if the users’ important objects are present, through the use of RFIDs and a visual output, signaling [...]

Yarn Characterization Machine

I propose building an automated desktop device which is capable of simultaneously measuring a yarn’s changes in tension and resistance in response to stretch. Because it is computer-controlled, the device will also be able to determine the consistency of these measurements as well as the effects of cyclic loading and fatigue. Armed with the data [...]

Final Project Proposal

For my final project, I am interested in developing a patterned wall panel/surface that would produce  an alternating pattern in response to a passerby’s movement or engagement. Motion sensors and or pressure sensors would be employed to activate the pattern. The resulting pattern would function as a visual and temporal recording of a person’s presence.

“Drink Me” Water Bottle Cozy

The idea is to have make a water bottle cozy that contains a soft circuit. LEDs on the cozy will begin to blink every 30 minutes and will turn off via a touch sensor when the bottle is picked up. Presentation

Interactive Quilt

MIT_final_project2 Update: it has become more of a game rather  than a quilt.

Final Project Proposals

Due: Tuesday, April 5, 2011 See student proposals here. For your final project, you’ll explore a specific set of materials, techniques, or applications in depth. You are very welcome (in fact encouraged) to work in groups. The project could take many different forms, including but not limited to: