Called the 'Shirt Circuit,' this circuit board can be designed and worn by children in an interactive way to teach them about electronics and computing.
The wearable circuit board is made up of a "soft grid of felt and conductive thread" that is sewn onto a normal t-shirt. Metal snap-fits are placed throughout the circuit board to work as areas that can hold the circuit components. When put together, an electrical current flows through the thread and the LED light components that are snapped onto the educational t-shirt light up.
By making the process of learning electronics playful and interactive, Clement Zheng -- the designer of this t-shirt -- has managed to find a way to encourage retention of information while bringing light to a topic of interest that is becoming more popular among young minds.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Interactive Education
- The 'Shirt Circuit' is an example of interactive education that utilizes wearable technology to teach students as they play
- Wearable Technology
- Wearable technology for educational purposes - such as the 'Shirt Circuit' - is providing a unique way to engage children in learning
- STEM Education
- The 'Shirt Circuit' could be an innovative way to enhance STEM education and spark interest in the fields of electronics and computing
Where This Applies
- Education
- The educational sector can benefit from the development of new, interactive ways to teach complex subjects such as electronics and computing
- Wearable Technology
- The wearable technology industry can explore new markets via the development of clothing and accessories designed for educational purposes
- Toys and Games
- Toymakers and game companies can explore the production of educational games and toys that utilize technology like the 'Shirt Circuit'
