Tangible bits: towards seamless interfaces between people, bits and atoms
Proceedings of the ACM SIGCHI Conference on Human factors in computing systems
Supporting lifelong learners to build personal learning ecologies in daily physical spaces
International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation
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This paper investigates methods of fabricating organic displays based on hybrid material composition. Our primary research focuses on controlling heat activated inks (thermochromic) combined with invisible, embedded electronics. We demonstrate our process through SymbiosisO, a collection of textile interfaces. This wired fabric material behaves as an organic display with a discernable matrix of sub-components, each reacting to definable impulses. The activation of thermochromic inks requires higher power than typical prototyping boards can provide. To address this we are developing a specialized controller platform that supports the necessary power handling, furthermore, by simplifying and reducing the system form factor we demonstrate that such systems can be integrated more easily and within a wider range of static and mobile applications. Our controller continues to be developed toward an end user accessible platform under the name Heatit°C.