# Computerized Communication Clothes Researchers at BEANS Introduce Nanotech Fashion By Omar Yusuf | Published 2011-07-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beans References: [japantrends](http://www.japantrends.com/nanotech-future-fashion/) & [beanspj.org](http://www.beanspj.org/index.html) The future is fast-approaching and, according to researchers at BEANS, the future is nanotechnology. In principle, the study involves manipulating atomic particles, yet the implications of nanotech are staggering; from blood cell-sized computers to [nanotech fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion). With their eyes set on the latter innovation, the Japanese research project BEANS (Bio-electromechanical Autonomous Nano Systems) set out to create [wearable computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-ai-jewelry) as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing. The results are impressive. The main attraction was a dress capable of [cooling or heating the wearer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati), thanks to a nanotech cell embedded in the cloth. Moreover, the blouse is equipped to record and transfer data via the activated nanocells. But that’s not all—the dress is able to act as a mobile phone, complete with GPS! As researchers continue to economize production, nanotechnology will become cheaper, smaller and more discrete. Ultimately, a future where everyone’s clothes can connect to the Internet is not that far-fetched. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nanotech Fashion:** The development of nanotech fashion presents opportunities for clothing that can cool or heat the wearer, record and transfer data, and act as a mobile phone with GPS. - **Wearable Computers:** The creation of functional and aesthetically pleasing wearable computers opens up possibilities for innovative applications in various industries. - **Internet of Things (iot) Clothing:** The future integration of clothing with the Internet of Things (IoT) allows for connected garments with enhanced functionalities and capabilities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can leverage nanotech fashion to create technologically advanced garments that offer unique benefits to consumers. - **Electronics and Technology:** The development of wearable computers presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the electronics and technology industry, enabling novel applications and functionalities. - **Internet of Things (iot):** The integration of clothing with the Internet of Things (IoT) opens up new possibilities for connected devices and smart clothing, creating opportunities in the IoT industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Programmable Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-clothing.md) - [Thermal Stress-Monitoring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology.md) - [Wearable Communication Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inxects-vest.md) - [Progressive Protein-Material Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewed-protein.md) - [Minimalist AI Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-ai-jewelry.md) - [Air-Conditioned Futuristic Uniforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ntt-pavilion.md) - [AI-Powered Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-pin.md) - [Nostalgic Fashion-Tech Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-and-android.md) - [Fall-Ready Weatherized Advanced Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-lifetech-wear.md)