E-textiles Laptop Bag Flashcards
what does lola greeno produce and why?
Lola Greeno is an Aboriginal shell-necklace maker. she feels a strong companionship with her culture. The necklaces she makes go mack to traditional Aboriginal times, and she feels continuing to design them prolongs their memory rightfully. Her descendants also used to make necklaces, and this tie to her culture is something she finds deeply rewarding and important.
who is lola greeno?
an aboriginal shell-necklace maker
what are the emerging trends in design
Combining design and technology to create digitally - formed outfits that are interactive
Animated dresses
Wearable tech
Dry dying
Slow fashion
how is emerging designs impacting the individual
(3 points)
Emerging designs impact individuals in that they make things more convenient and efficient, such as shirts by ADIDAS that take bodily measurements such as blood pressure and heart rate. They can also be used for aesthetic reasons, such as celebrities wearing dresses with bubble machines built in for visual appeal.
they can negatively impact individuals as they can emphasise wealth disparity as only upper class people can afford them. they can also exacerbate feelings of jealousy and inadequacy in people who do not have access or cannot afford the designs.
how is emerging designs impacting the environment
(3 points)
environmental safety is such an emphasised, are seen in clothing such as dry dye which has zero water wastage and contamination.
New designs are often centered around being more environmentally sustainiable.
However, there is also the potential for more e-waste.
wearables often contain heavy metals like cadmium, lead, and mercury, which can harm soil and water sources if not properly managed
how is emerging designs impacting society
(3 points)
these technologies can be assistive to specific groups of people within society, such as the soundshirt benefiting those with impaired hearing.
on a global scale, having things work more efficiently translates to higher productivity in different working environments.
individual impact from people in society translates to a widespread impact, as in people using things like apple watches to help their fitness and health.
explain the soundshirt
is a shirt which allows both deaf and hearing audience members to experience music and virtual reality enhanced by real-time touch (haptic) sensations. During a live or virtual performance, the wearer physically experiences each musical passage, different instruments corresponding to different locations across the garment.”
explain cutecircuit hug shirt
special piece of clothing designed to let people send and receive virtual hugs. It has sensors and tiny motors built into it that can mimic the feeling of a hug. When someone using a phone or app sends a “hug,” the shirt recreates that sensation by gently applying pressure and warmth in certain areas of the shirt.
what indicates an ethically sourced product?
*recycled
*LED lights
*a price that can indicate the makers are being payed a fair wage
*long-lasting and doesn’t degrade
explain practicality and convenience as a trend in wearable tech
Many things designed in our modern world prioritise making everything faster, more convenient and more accessible. For example, some shirts are being designed for athletes that measure an athlete’s performance based off heartbeat, blood pressure and other physical statistics. Wearable technology works for user needs because we are primed now to receive everything faster and quicker. Furthermore, in terms of practicality, wearable technology utilises digital aid, making everyday activites easier and more practical. For example, augmented reality glasses offer help in navigation, gaming, hands-free work and even remote assistance.
explain environmental benefits as a trend in wearable tech
A trend is environmental benefits, because the environment is clearly a massive issue. Some designs specifically benefit the environment, such as dry dye shirts which have no wastage. Others simply are sustainable and recyclable. This is very relevant for our needs due to climate change.
explain advanced health monitoring as a trend in wearable tech
Wearable technology is becoming more and more advanced in terms of monitoring health. For example, smart watches can offer you advanced sleep analysis, sleep apnea detection, blood oxygen levels, stress management and more. This becomes increasingly relevant as people desire to manage their health issues without needing a health professional, and in a world where statistically, people are more stressed, advanced health monitoring helps people identify their health issues faster and consult a medical professional in due time.
explain stencilling
Stencilling, in the visual arts, a technique for reproducing designs by passing ink or paint over holes cut in cardboard or metal onto the surface to be decorated.
how do you put an led into your bag
The process of putting in an LED light into a laptop bag doesn’t soldering. You can stitch through half of the felt to put the LED in place. You tie a knot to keep it in place, and the material used is conductive to make the LEDs work.
what is an led
An LED lamp or LED light is an electric light that produces light using light-emitting diodes. LED lamps are significantly more energy-efficient than equivalent incandescent lamps and fluorescent lamps.
