Stretchable, weavable smart textile for fitness and metaverse applications

The ability to weave sensors and actuators into conventional clothing generates enormous potential. Our team has successfully produced microfiber sensors that are thin, weavable, and washable, yet remarkably sensitive in their ability to detect minute movements, muscle contractions, and even vital signs. Additionally, their one-dimensional form factor permits seamless integration with complex three-dimensional architectures.
In this presentation, I will highlight the use of our sensors in the sports domain, demonstrating exceptional accuracy in measuring muscle expansion and contraction. The implications for strength training are particularly noteworthy. Equipped with AI-powered recommendations, users can make informed decisions based on data that can be accessed anywhere, anytime.
Moreover, our microfiber technology also has the capacity to serve as a soft actuator, enabling the development of wearable haptic technology. I will be presenting our research on the potential application of this technology in the healthcare metaverse.