Temperature Sensing Masks Tell the World You're Contagious
Shortly following the inception of the H1N1 flu epidemic, we saw H1N1 flu mask designs evolve, and run the gamut from silly to fashionable to geeky; the latter describes this temperature-sensing, color changing mask.
Marjan Kooroshnia, a Swedish textile-design student, created three different style masks printed with a thermochromic ink that changes colors if a rise in temperature is sensed. In addition to the traditional surgical style, she designed a wrap around scarf, and a full face mask that senses temperature increases of the forehead as well as around the mouth.
I do see the potential of false temperature readings though. People may think you are sick and you may just be full of hot air :)
Marjan Kooroshnia, a Swedish textile-design student, created three different style masks printed with a thermochromic ink that changes colors if a rise in temperature is sensed. In addition to the traditional surgical style, she designed a wrap around scarf, and a full face mask that senses temperature increases of the forehead as well as around the mouth.
I do see the potential of false temperature readings though. People may think you are sick and you may just be full of hot air :)
