Fabcell is a chameleonlike fabric that changes color when conducting an electric charge. Developed by Dr. Akira Wakita’s Information Design Laboratory at Keio University in Japan, Fabcell is a flexible, nonemissive fabric made of fibers dyed with liquid-crystal ink and conductive yarns. These materials are connected to electronic components and woven into a square textile. When a low voltage is applied, the temperature of the fabric increases, changing the color of the fabric. When arranged in matrices, Fabcells can display subtle images within the curvature of flexible textiles. Clothing can also be enhanced with temporary self expression.
Contact: Information Design Laboratory, Keio University, Fujisawa, Japan.
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Is it possible to purchase samples of this?
I think the existing samples are primarily for demonstration purposes. Feel free to contact Dr. Wakita (link above) to find out more.
I, too, would like to get a sample of this. I am an art quilter, and would like to experiment with this fabric. Who should I contact?
Feel free to contact Dr. Wakita at wakita@sfc.keio.ac.jp
I am a quilt artist. I have been researching fiber optic lights to be used in my quilt, to create specific atmospher in certain detail areas. Would any one within your organization guide me, as to where I can get the support I need.
Mara E.C.-Kohl
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