Ink Circuit

  • One firm, T-Ink has developed inks so robust that circuits. sensors and switches can be printed on flat plastic and then moulded into three-dimensional components that control overhead lights and sunroofs in car.

  • And the process is potentially less costly than current methods.
  • Parts made with this technology can replace thicker assemblies, reducing the weight and dimensions of wired components..
  • T-Ink also makes stretchable, washable circuit printed on cloth that measure heart rate, respiration and other biometrics for sports clothing and medical application like elecrocardiogram vests.
  • …sleeping bags made with the firm’s technology will have circuits printed at the foot of the bag to warm cold toes without the stiff cords of electric blankets or the ridges of conductive thread.